<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a Toronto-based family office managing a diverse and complex portfolio of investments across multiple entities. They are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the group. This role is ideal for a hands-on, technically strong accounting professional who thrives in smaller, dynamic environments and is comfortable navigating complex investment structures. The Controller will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and control across the organization while acting as a trusted partner to ownership and senior stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes across multiple legal entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards (ASPE and/or IFRS, as applicable)</li><li>Ensure timely, accurate, and consistent reporting across all entities</li><li>Oversee accounting for a broad range of investments (e.g., private equity, real estate, marketable securities, structured investments, intercompany arrangements)</li><li>Manage fair value measurements, capital activity, distributions, and complex journal entries</li><li>Work closely with external advisors on valuation, tax structuring, and investment reporting</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations</li><li>Maintain entity-level financial integrity while supporting consolidated reporting</li><li>Ensure proper documentation and controls across entities</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting efficiency, and system usage</li><li>Act as a key point of contact for auditors, tax advisors, and external consultants</li><li>Provide oversight and mentorship to junior accounting staff </li><li>Partner closely with ownership, investment teams, and external advisors</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders</li></ul>
<p>Reporting to the Director of Operations Finance, this position will work closely with site leadership to provide financial analysis and analytical support, in tandem with deploying results. The role actively collaborates to drive growth, efficiency, and improve profitability. Responsible for performing weekly, monthly, and yearly deliverables, supporting cross-functional departments in data driven decision-making. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Prepare weekly reports for facility management, understand financial impacts deriving from operational activities.</p><p>· Responsible for accurate month-end closing activities, financial statement reporting, forecasting and monthly analysis of results to budget, forecast, and prior year. Evaluate variances to understand driving factors, support and making recommendations for actions and improvements.</p><p>· Aid efficiency enhancements through comprehensive analysis of business performance (operational and financial), identifying risks and opportunities, alongside highlighting tendencies.</p><p>· Understand both raw material and product movements throughout, while performing raw material mass balances and yield reporting, aligning to financials. </p><p>· Engage in annual budgeting process with site leadership and provide additional analysis on operational impacts to other facilities and areas of the business.</p><p>· Ensure ERP entries are compliant and consistent, actively review production orders, understand inventory movements, lead product costing, and advise on best practices for various cost accounting tasks. </p><p>· Contribute to implementation of new reporting at the facility and educate applicable department(s) on methodologies.</p><p>· Various ad-hoc reporting and analysis, as required.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Administrator to join our team in Guelph, Ontario. This role involves managing various accounting tasks while ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial operations. The successful candidate will play a key part in maintaining financial records, generating reports, and supporting audits.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process accounts payable invoices and ensure timely payments to vendors.<br>• Apply customer payments, issue credits when necessary, and monitor accounts receivable for overdue balances.<br>• Maintain control files for US$ and Canadian$ bank accounts, including preparing monthly financial forecasts.<br>• Generate finance reports as required and complete monthly financial statements with detailed general ledger analysis.<br>• Assist with cost accounting, balance sheet analysis, and the preparation of audit schedules for external auditors.<br>• Support the development of internal controls and accounting processes to improve efficiency.<br>• Perform monthly transaction reconciliations to trial balance and prepare audit documentation for third-party auditors.<br>• Complete inventory adjustments and ensure accurate reporting.<br>• Handle general office duties and assist with IT-related functions as needed.
<p><strong>Plant Controller, 3-month contract</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> On-site, Guelph</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Robert Half is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations at two manufacturing facilities. This position is fully on-site, supporting daily operations, financial planning, and reporting, while managing a small office team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all plant accounting functions, including financial statements, cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis.</li><li>Support both facilities by monitoring performance, helping drive operational improvements, and ensuring compliance with company policies.</li><li>Manage weekly/monthly reporting and forecasting; prepare budgets for plant operations.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop two admin/accounting team members.</li><li>Collaborate with plant management and operations teams to identify and resolve financial issues.</li><li>Lead annual and interim inventory processes and ensure accurate reporting.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and support external/internal audits.</li><li>Provide timely and clear communication of financial results and recommendations to site leadership.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Controller with mining industry experience </strong>to join our client's team in Toronto, Ontario. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the financial management of a growing organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capabilities, and a proactive approach to improving systems and processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors to facilitate timely reviews and audits of financial reports.</p><p>• Manage full-cycle accounting functions, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and month-end closings.</p><p>• Oversee financial consolidations across multiple entities, including Canadian and international subsidiaries.</p><p>• Develop and maintain robust internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with project leaders to monitor budgets, forecasts, and costs for various operational initiatives.</p><p>• Provide oversight for vendor payments, treasury activities, and foreign exchange transactions.</p><p>• Deliver insightful financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning by senior leadership.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor entry level accounting staff or external accounting support as required.</p><p>• Continuously identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes.</p>
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>We are looking for an experienced Collections Supervisor to join our team in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee credit and collections operations, ensuring efficient processes and maintaining strong customer relationships. Your expertise will drive the success of our financial services and B2B collections activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and guide the credit and collections team to achieve performance targets.</p><p>• Oversee B2C collections processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Maintain and update customer accounts using CRM systems to track collections effectively.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to improve collection rates and reduce outstanding balances.</p><p>• Handle escalated customer accounts, resolving disputes and maintaining positive relationships.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze accounts receivable metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless payment processing and customer satisfaction.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all credit and collections activities.</p><p>• Provide training and support to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports on collections performance and present findings to management.</p>
