<p>We are seeking an experienced finance professional to serve as Plant Controller for our client’s team. In this pivotal role, you will drive financial strategy and support operational excellence by partnering with plant leadership and the General Manager. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you will oversee all aspects of financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Partnership: </strong>Work closely with plant management to support financial planning, forecasting, and the development of business strategies.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Financial Reporting: </strong>Lead the preparation of annual budgets, conduct profit and loss reviews, and manage financial statement reporting.</li><li><strong>Accounting Operations:</strong> Oversee general accounting functions, month-end close processes, tax compliance, and ERP system administration.</li><li><strong>Cost Management: </strong>Maintain precise cost accounting, manage bills of materials, provide business case analysis for production, and perform inventory analysis.</li><li><strong>Performance Improvement: </strong>Deliver actionable financial analysis, evaluate capital investments, and champion cost reduction initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is proud to partner with an esteemed client in Mississauga who is seeking a skilled and proactive <strong>Controller</strong> to lead their financial operations. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by overseeing accounting functions, optimizing processes, and collaborating with senior leadership. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a "can-do" attitude, we encourage you to learn more about this exciting opportunity!</p><p><br></p><p>As the Controller, you will be responsible for managing the company’s financial health and playing a pivotal role in ensuring operational success. Key duties include:</p><ul><li>Handling <strong>general accounting tasks</strong> such as managing accounts payable/receivable, performing reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and generating detailed financial reports.</li><li>Leading <strong>monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes</strong>, guaranteeing deadlines are met and financial records are accurate.</li><li>Creating <strong>budgets</strong>, generating <strong>forecasts</strong>, and performing <strong>financial analysis</strong> to guide organizational decision-making.</li><li>Collaborating directly with the<strong> Senior Leadership and External Partners</strong> to support strategic planning and ensure compliance with audits and tax filings.</li><li>Driving <strong>system optimization projects</strong> while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.</li></ul>
<p>This is a contract position for 6 months with potential to convert full time for the right candidate. This role is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail and leadership abilities, who thrives in managing financial operations and driving efficiency. You will play a critical part in overseeing accounting processes, team management, and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end financial close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive board packages to support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Manage and monitor full-cycle accounting processes, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a team of two, fostering collaboration and growth.</p><p>• Handle acquisition accounting tasks with precision and compliance.</p><p>• Ensure effective cash flow management to support organizational goals.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial operations with overall business strategies.</p>
<p>We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Financial Controller to join our clients leadership team, working directly with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This pivotal role will be responsible for overseeing daily financial operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, and driving cash flow planning, forecasting, and strong internal controls. You will also play an integral role in mentoring both the Finance team and senior management, contributing to our company’s financial stability and long-term growth.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead cash flow planning, reporting, and forecasting activities to maintain the organization’s financial health.</li><li>Manage banking operations, including the review and approval of financial payments, transfers, and transactions.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial record-keeping.</li><li>Supervise Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Financial Accounting teams to drive operational efficiency and performance.</li><li>Provide daily coaching, guidance, and performance management to enhance the effectiveness of the Finance team across all business entities.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and maintain robust internal controls aligned with auditing standards.</li><li>Monitor, assess, and optimize financial systems to support current operations and future business growth.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management to deliver actionable financial insights and support various departmental objectives.</li><li>Manage budgeting, financial planning, and analysis processes, providing recommendations for strategic growth and business improvement.</li><li>Lead year-end financial reviews with external auditors, analyze findings, and implement process enhancements as necessary.</li><li>Develop and enforce effective internal controls and corporate policies to protect organizational assets.</li><li>Ensure ongoing compliance with all statutory and legal financial regulations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function for a growing Canadian business operating multiple locations nationally. This role will oversee all financial reporting, analysis, governance, and strategic financial support for the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, experience working with multi-unit operations, and a proactive business partnering mindset. The Controller will liaise closely with senior leadership teams both locally and internationally, and will manage relationships with outsourced service providers for transactional and operational accounting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting for the Canadian business</li><li>Ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies</li><li>Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and review outsourced operational accounting work</li><li>Coordinate audit and tax engagements in partnership with external advisors</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support continuous improvement of financial processes</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Provide leadership with insights on business performance, KPIs, and profitability of clinic locations</li><li>Support decision-making through financial modeling and scenario analysis</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to optimize financial outcomes and ensure accountability on budgets</li><li>Oversee cash flow management and working capital requirements</li><li>Review payroll, AP/AR, and revenue recognition processes executed by outsourced providers</li><li>Support expansion initiatives including financial evaluations and integration of new locations</li><li>Ensure accuracy and effectiveness of financial systems and data flows</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to automate or streamline reporting and accounting processes</li><li>Champion best practices in finance operations</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking a highly skilled Assistant Controller to join our corporate finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting monthly financial consolidation, analysis, and reporting across divisions, as well as overseeing core accounting functions and compliance activities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with monthly financial consolidation and detailed analysis of divisional results and reporting packages.</li><li>Review reconciliations of divisional balance sheets and intercompany accounts.</li><li>Oversee corporate office accounting, including accounts payable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and account analysis.</li><li>Prepare monthly internal reports and Key Performance Indicators for senior management.</li><li>Manage the approval process for corporate capital expenditures.</li><li>Support quarterly and annual financial statement preparation, including note disclosures.</li><li>Assist in preparing board materials and the annual business plan.</li><li>Perform annual internal audits at divisional locations (travel required) and provide year-end audit support.</li><li>Assist with annual budget consolidation and review.</li><li>Review tax returns and reconcile book to taxable income for foreign divisions; assist with Canadian and US tax return filings.</li><li>Complete annual compliance filings (T1134s, Surveys, Department of Commerce, etc.).</li><li>Participate in special projects as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is a family office also operating venture capital funds. Due to exciting growth, they are adding a results-driven Fund Controller to the team. The Fund Controller will have a strong background in Private Equity and U.S. tax and accounting principles for a growing portfolio of approximately 10 private equity funds—and more on the horizon. Reporting to the President, this role extends to overseeing accounting functions for the investment management company. <strong>This role is 100% remote but the Fund Controller must be willing and able to meet in the West GTA several times a year for internal meetings. </strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you’re a highly skilled CPA with proven expertise in Canadian and US fund structures, capital handling, carried interest, performance allocation, and cross-border compliance, this hands-on position offers the opportunity to be a key player in a fast-paced investment environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Fund Accounting & Financial Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the accounting and reporting for funds spanning U.S. and Offshore structures.</li><li>Maintain capital account statements, NAV calculations, and investor allocations in-house.</li><li>Manage preparation and review of quarterly/annual financial statements under U.S. GAAP.</li><li>Collaborate with third-party fund administrators and review their financial deliverables.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors to ensure timely fund audits with precise reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Compliance & Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Work with external tax advisors for U.S. partnership tax filings (Form 1065/K-1 preparation and review).</li><li>Reconcile tax allocations, ensuring clear alignment with financial records.</li><li>Oversee FATCA, CRS, and other regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li>Provide end-to-end tax compliance assistance to investors.</li></ul><p><strong>Management Company Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Handle general ledger entries, payroll, expense tracking, management fee collections, and more for the investment management company.</li><li>Generate financial statements, fund expense chargebacks, and cash flow forecasts regularly.</li><li>Process & Controls</li><li>Develop and implement robust internal controls, policies, and compliance systems.</li><li>Initiate process improvements to boost reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.</li><li>Manage external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, fund administrators, and banking institutions.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you an experienced finance leader with a passion for strategic analysis and driving operational excellence? Do you excel in complex, multi-site environments and seek to make a measurable impact in a dynamic organization? Our client is seeking a Finance & Administration Controller to join their team and champion financial stewardship and process optimization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the accounting close process, ensuring accuracy in journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements, management reports, budgets, and performance dashboards.</li><li>Manage cash flow, maintain banking relationships, and negotiate financing agreements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Analysis & Planning</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with department managers on budget development and forecasting.</li><li>Evaluate financial performance and offer recommendations to maximize profitability and efficiency.</li><li>Design and implement financial policies and procedures in alignment with company strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership & Development</strong></p><ul><li>Recruit, train, and coach accounting staff.</li><li>Set objectives, monitor team performance, and manage schedules and priorities.</li><li>Foster a collaborative corporate culture reflecting organizational values.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Administer insurance coverage and assess organizational risk exposure.</li><li>Lead the coordination of internal and external audits to ensure operational integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement & Digital Transformation</strong></p><ul><li>Play a key role in ERP system implementation for finance operations.</li><li>Standardize and streamline accounting processes across Canadian branches.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise logistics for special events.</li><li>Manage business travel and oversee administrative functions including lease renewals, contract management, purchasing, customer support, and related activities.</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Stay up-to-date with evolving accounting and tax regulations.</li><li>Undertake additional tasks as assigned by leadership.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Job Description: Interim Accounting & Treasury Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Burlington (3 days/week onsite required)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 2 months</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Accounting and Treasury Manager for a 60-day temporary role to lead an accountingd. This interim leader will ensure continuity during an organizational design review and support all core accounting and treasury operations, including a heavy lift on rebate management, in a fast-paced wholesale environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and direct daily accounting and treasury operations to ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Approve journal entries, authorize cheque refunds, and process write-offs</li><li>Perform and review bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance</li><li>Review and analyze financial statements for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Leverage Black Line within Syntax and strong Oracle Cloud experience to manage large, complex accounting operations</li><li>Guide the Rebates and Treasury teams, ensuring clear communication, support, and continuity of critical processes</li><li>Maintain high standards of SOX and US GAAP controls, documentation, and compliance</li><li>Collaborate effectively with banks, auditors, and internal stakeholders</li><li>Adapt quickly to shifting priorities while the finance organization undergoes structural review</li></ul>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Hands-On Interim Accounting Manager</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Scarborough, ON (5 days onsite for first month, hybrid potential after month one)</p><p><strong>Contract Length:</strong> 3 months, with potential for extension</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Our client, is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Interim Accounting Manager for an immediate onsite contract assignment. This opportunity is ideal for a self-motivated finance professional who excels at troubleshooting, performing detailed reconciliations, and quickly resolving complex accounting issues. Previous exposure in healthcare, Government, or public sector environments is strongly preferred</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the Director of Finance to oversee all aspects of financial management.</li><li>Lead catch-up and full clean-up of account reconciliations, focusing on aged receivables, accruals, and legacy items.</li><li>Investigate and troubleshoot discrepancies, providing actionable insights and direct recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Execute hands-on tasks across full-cycle accounting, including AR, AP, and Payroll (ADP).</li><li>Act as a “doer”—untangling complex accounts, identifying issues, and implementing process improvements.</li><li>Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including Ministry of Health representatives, as required.</li><li>Utilize strong Excel skills for reconciliation work; mayor ERP system experience is an asset.</li><li>Support deadline-driven month-end and year-end close processes.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting for our organization in Oakville, Ontario. This role requires a strong leader with expertise in managing global financial processes, ensuring compliance with international standards, and driving efficiency in accounting systems. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in manufacturing or automotive industries, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and jurisdictions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes for multiple international entities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Provide guidance and support to subsidiary accounting teams, including training, process improvement, and performance evaluation.<br>• Develop and enforce consistent accounting policies and procedures in line with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Partner with regional finance teams to ensure accurate accruals, reconciliations, journal entries, and resolution of accounting discrepancies.<br>• Oversee intercompany transactions, ensuring proper elimination and consolidation entries for global financial reporting.<br>• Lead the preparation and coordination of documentation to support external audits, maintaining clear communication with auditors.<br>• Ensure compliance with local tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements across various jurisdictions.<br>• Implement improvements in financial systems, enhance data accuracy, and streamline reporting processes through automation.<br>• Contribute to initiatives focused on internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance.<br>• Travel periodically to provide hands-on support to regional finance teams as needed.
<p><strong>Job Description: Business Central SME</strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client in Mississauga is seeking a Business Central SME to oversee and optimize their Business Central environment following implementation. This position is crucial in driving automation, increasing operational efficiency, and ensuring the system aligns with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central post go-live processes, a strong understanding of financial controls, and expertise in leveraging technology for continuous improvement. This is a 3-6 month contract, with a hybrid, 3 days onsite working arrangement. </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Manage and monitor the Dynamics 365 Business Central environment to ensure seamless operation after implementation. Address technical or functional challenges as they arise.</p><p>· Identify areas within financial operations that can benefit from further automation and implement workflows, reporting systems, and user-friendly solutions using Dynamics 365 capabilities.</p><p>· Perform regular reconciliation, auditing, and reporting to ensure financial data accuracy and compliance. Maintain internal controls aligned with company policies and industry standards.</p><p>· Partner with stakeholders to analyze gaps and leverage Business Central features, add-ons, and integrations to enhance efficiency. Assist in training teams on new functionalities or updates.</p><p>· Work closely with IT, operations, and leadership teams to align the system with business strategy and reporting requirements. Maintain open communication to ensure user adoption and satisfaction.</p><p>· Assist in developing roadmaps for continuous system enhancements, including automated workflows and data reporting dashboards. Provide insights into tools or modules that can be leveraged for long-term scalability.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Are you a visionary financial leader with a knack for multi-entity operations, technology integration, and process improvement? If so, we have an excellent opportunity as a <strong>Group Controller</strong> for a well-established and growing distribution organization. Our client prides itself on fostering a collaborative culture and values-driven growth backed by acquisitions.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting to the CFO and leading a team of 7-10 staff, this is a unique opportunity to lead change within a company that supports career development and values innovation. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced yet supportive environment and who brings a combination of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and a collaborative spirit.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is in it for you?</strong></p><ul><li>Low Turnover with Tenured Teams: Be part of a stable environment where existing teams have deep industry knowledge and long-standing relationships.</li><li>Growth Through Acquisitions: Join a company that’s expanding operations strategically, creating opportunities for internal career advancement.</li><li>Career Development: Become a key player in an organization that prioritizes investing in employees' growth and upward mobility.</li><li>Technology-Driven: Lead the charge in automating financial reporting and implementing ERP/dashboards for smarter, faster decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Accounting and Financial Reporting (ASPE)</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting across Canadian and US business units, ensuring timely, accurate, and insights-driven consolidation on a monthly, quarterly, trailing 12-month, and annual basis.</li><li>Conduct robust variance analyses and close month-end processes within 10 business days, including workbook updates and intercompany reconciliations.</li><li>Oversee inventory valuation considerations (e.g., tariffs, landed costs, purchase discounts) and performance metrics across numerous product lines.</li></ul><p><strong>Tax Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage corporate tax reporting and timely compliance across Canada and the United States, including transfer pricing arrangements.</li><li>Collaborate with external tax advisors on complex filings for federal, state/provincial, and local requirements.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Financial Initiatives</strong></p><ul><li>Support M& A due diligence, post-acquisition integration, and financial modeling for strategic growth initiatives.</li><li>Forecast trends in working capital, backlogs, pricing margins, and customer/supplier behavior to optimize business decisions.</li><li>Drive cost reduction via operational synergies during integrations.</li></ul><p><strong>Technology Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Spearhead ERP system implementations, creating real-time KPI dashboards for more efficient decision-making.</li><li>Leverage AI and automation tools (e.g., BI tools, Expensify) to streamline tasks while maintaining rigorous controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Management & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, IT) to align financial strategy with broader business objectives.</li><li>Simplify communication of financial insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>This is a contract position with potential to go permanent for the right candidate. We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. This is a long-term contract position where you will play a pivotal role in managing internal controls, ensuring compliance, and supporting financial operations. The role will evolve over time, providing an opportunity to contribute to both interim and long-term accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the development and execution of internal control processes to ensure compliance with corporate policies and audit requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with external auditors by providing timely and accurate documentation for year-end audits.</p><p>• Conduct risk assessments and ensure critical financial controls are effectively designed and implemented.</p><p>• Support month-end and quarter-end closing activities, ensuring financial accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and control measures.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Drive standardization and improvements across accounting processes to ensure consistency and efficiency.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and analysis to leadership, supporting decision-making and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Contribute to systems enhancements and efficiency projects as part of the accounting department's evolution.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our team for a 3-month Contract with potential for extension . In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing financial operations, supporting the General Manager, and ensuring the accuracy of inventory and product costing processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvement of manufacturing operations while working closely with corporate teams. Work model is on-site in Vaughan.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage financial operations for the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.</p><p>• Ensure accurate product costing and maintain updated bill of materials.</p><p>• Oversee inventory management processes, including annual physical inventory counts and reconciliation.</p><p>• Collaborate with corporate teams to streamline accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and support to the General Manager to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to improve shop floor processes and cost control measures.</p><p>• Act as the primary liaison between the plant and corporate office for financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize Oracle systems for financial tracking and reporting.</p><p>• Support year-end financial close activities, ensuring compliance with corporate standards.</p><p>• Coordinate with team members across different sites to align financial processes and strategies.</p>
