<p><strong>Job Description: Assistant Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Work Arrangement: Onsite daily</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong> We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented <strong>Assistant Controller</strong> to join our finance and accounting team. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records, maintaining subledgers, performing day-to-day accounting tasks, preparing financial statements, and assisting with financial reporting. This role requires a strong grasp of advanced Excel functions, proficiency in Yardi Voyager, and a passion for implementing efficient accounting processes through the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and subledger verification.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions while maintaining compliance with corporate accounting policies and applicable regulations.</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of variance analyses and management reporting packages.</li><li>Review and monitor subledger accounts to ensure completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Resolve discrepancies and improve the integrity of financial records by performing thorough subledger clean-up efforts.</li><li>Use advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas, to analyze data and streamline accounting functions.</li><li>Develop financial models and templates to enhance reporting efficiency.</li><li>Leverage expertise in Yardi Voyager to manage accounts, monitor transactions, generate reports, and support accounting workflows.</li><li>Serve as the go-to resource for troubleshooting issues and ensuring effective system utilization.</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance accounting processes and internal controls.</li><li>Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to promote consistency and efficiency within the finance function.</li><li>Work closely with the Controller and other team members to support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Assist with audits, special projects, and ad-hoc financial requests as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Contract Controller – Manufacturing Industry</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Markham, ON (Onsite, 5 Days/Week)</p><p><strong>Type:</strong> Contract | Full-Time</p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half Canada is working with a well-established manufacturing company in Markham to find a skilled <strong>Controller</strong> for a contract opportunity. This is a hands-on role ideal for a finance professional with deep experience in manufacturing operations and inventory management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p>As Controller, you will play a key role in overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance with internal controls. You’ll be responsible for managing inventory accounting, supporting month-end close activities, and delivering timely financial insights to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, including preparation of monthly financial statements and P& L analysis.</li><li>Manage inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reconciliation.</li><li>Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency and cost control.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you a seasoned finance professional with a knack for managing plant operations? We’re on the lookout for a <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to join our clients team and play a critical role in driving our financial strategy and performance. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, you'll be a key partner for the plant management team and General Manager, ensuring smooth financial operations from budgeting to cost accounting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Partnering:</strong> Collaborate with plant leadership and contribute to financial planning, forecasting, and strategy development.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Reporting:</strong> Oversee annual budgets, profit/loss reviews, and financial statements </li><li><strong>Accounting Operations:</strong> Handle general accounting, month-end close, tax compliance, and ERP systems.</li><li><strong>Cost Management:</strong> Ensure accurate cost accounting, bills of materials, production business cases and inventory analysis.</li><li><strong>Performance Improvement:</strong> Advise on financial analysis, capital investments, and cost reduction initiatives.</li></ul>
<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><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>This Financial Controller opportunity with our client downtown Toronto will be responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions at the company. The ideal candidate will have no less than 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a professional services firm, demonstrating strong leadership, sound judgment, and an in-depth understanding of accounting practices. This role is integral to the Firm’s financial management, compliance, and operational success.</p><p><br></p><p>• Liaise with the MP to support and execute the Firm’s operational and financial </p><p>initiatives.</p><p>• Manage the accounting department, including supervision and mentorship of </p><p>accounting clerks.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting functions, including:</p><p>o Billing & Collections</p><p>o Trust Accounting</p><p>o Accounts Receivable (A/R) and Accounts Payable (A/P)</p><p>o Bank Reconciliations</p><p>• Ensure compliance with Law Society of Ontario (LSO) and Canada Revenue </p><p>Agency (CRA) regulations applicable to the Firm and its lawyers.</p><p>• Assist with LawPro management, renewals, updates, and LSO annual filings.</p><p>• Participate in management meetings with the Managing Partner and Partnership, </p><p>as required.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Firm’s external accountants for corporate tax filings and yearend reporting (T3, T4, T5013).</p><p>• Support the transition to new accounting, billing, or practice management software, </p><p>including system selection, implementation, training, and vendor coordination.</p><p>• Work with the Managing Partner to formalize and enhance the Firm’s accounting </p><p>policies, procedures, and reporting processes.</p><p>• Promote compliance across the Firm by communicating accounting procedures </p><p>and monitoring lawyer billing and collections.</p><p>• Liaise with clients and vendors regarding invoicing, fee payments, and overdue </p><p>accounts.</p><p>• Prepare and manage Profit & Loss (P& L) and Balance Sheet statements.</p><p>• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and detailed financial reports for the </p><p>Managing Partner and Founding Partner, including cash positions for both general </p><p>and trust accounts</p>
<p><strong>Job Description: Accounting Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p> Our client, located in west Mississauga, is seeking an interim Accounting Manager for a 4 month contract. The Accounting Manager will ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with HST regulations, and support decision-making through strategic planning and analysis. Working arrangement is 5 days onsite.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol><li>Maintain proper accounting and ensure HST tax compliance.</li><li>Perform monthly closures, meeting deadlines and analyzing variances.</li><li>Prepare forecasts, annual operating plans, and long-term financial strategies.</li><li>Analyze sales, margins, and project profitability; collaborate with Sales and Project Management teams.</li><li>Manage and oversee small accounting team; Accounts Payable and Receivable.</li><li>Support the General Manager with business analysis, variance studies, cost savings, and Capex assessments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards.</li></ol><p><br></p>
<p>We are partnering with a leading organization to identify a skilled Executive Assistant to provide critical support to their executive leadership team in Mississauga. This role extends beyond traditional administrative duties, offering the opportunity to streamline workflows, and manage high-priority initiatives.</p><p><em>Please note: Applicants must have prior experience in the mortgage or lending industry to be considered.</em></p><p>If you are a proactive, detail-oriented Executive Assistant with exceptional organizational and communication skills, we encourage you to apply today and take the next step in your career!</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</p><ul><li>Administrative Support: Assist Finance leadership (CFO, VP Finance, Treasurer, Controller) with correspondence, documentation, emails, phone calls, and filing.</li><li>Meeting Coordination: Schedule Board meetings and prepare Outlook meeting requests for Directors, Management, and Auditors; draft agendas, gather meeting materials, and manage minutes.</li><li>Reconcile team expense credit cards monthly and circulate statements for signatures.</li><li>Properly file and organize tenant credit histories in our database.</li><li>Relations & Events: Attend ocasional related events in the Mississauga area</li><li>Letter of Credit Monitoring: Manage issuance and reconciliation of Letters of Credit with bank records; prepare monthly reports for accounting.</li><li>Update mortgage details, including payouts, renewals, and new transactions to ensure regulatory compliance for audits.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p><p>· Safeguard assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments </p><p>· Manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, cost accounting, Human Resources, and IT Systems/Operations, Software Requirements etc. </p><p>· Develop, improve and issue timely monthly financial records for Executive Director, Development and Board of Directors </p><p>· Assure financial plans are consistent with organizational goals </p><p>· Provide financial analysis tools to evaluate company ventures or special projects, programs, capital expenditures, products costing, etc. when necessary </p><p>· Manage commercial banking relationships to facilitate an appropriate credit resource under highly competitive terms </p><p>· Assure that assets are not awkwardly encumbered with personal guarantees or unrealistic commitments </p><p>· Work closely with Executive Director in the development and economic evaluation of various fringe benefit programs for staff and program components </p><p>· Interface with outside audit firms(s), banks and lessors, casualty/liability insurance agent(s), credit card companies, and collection agencies </p><p>· Manage IT System - Interface with IT provider, software provider and internal staff.</p><p>· Other duties as necessary </p><p><strong>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY</strong></p><p>Manages the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the Accounting/Finance, Operations, & HR Departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, rewarding, disciplining employees, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems</p><p> <strong>OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:</strong> </p><p>· Support company through exemplary workmanship</p><p>· Represent company and liaise with worldwide agency network as required.</p><p>· Any other duties as directed by the President</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>
