<p>Reporting to the Director of Financial Planning, Analysis and Treasury, the Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis will play a key role in supporting the organization’s growth strategy by providing strategic financial oversight and risk management through planning, reporting, and analysis. This role will deliver insights to inform decision-making and ensure financial discipline across the enterprise.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Lead the development of annual plans, forecasts, and long-range planning to guide the organization in achieving its strategic goals.</li><li>Prepare and deliver financial reporting and insights to senior leadership and the Board of Directors on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.</li><li>Ensure financial and management reporting is timely, accurate, and actionable for decision-making.</li><li>Direct, coordinate, and consolidate institutional financial management reporting.</li><li>Oversee operating expense cost centres, ensuring clarity, accountability, and efficiency in annual budgets, forecasts, and cost management.</li><li>Analyze key performance indicators and trends to provide meaningful insights and forecasts for senior leadership.</li><li>Develop financial models to forecast, analyze, and support strategic initiatives.</li><li>Manage and optimize the FP& A planning system, ensuring its effective use for accurate and insightful reporting.</li><li>Continuously evaluate and improve FP& A processes, systems, and tools.</li><li>Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing team of finance professionals, including direct and indirect reports.</li><li>Address competency gaps within the team and support professional growth and development.</li><li>Foster a culture of cost-consciousness and value-for-money across the organization.</li></ul>
<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><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 looking for a skilled Finance Manager to oversee financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring the organization operates with fiscal efficiency and strategic insight. This role is based in Toronto and involves managing budgets, financial reporting, and forecasting processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial tools and systems to drive informed decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.</p><p>• Oversee financial forecasting and planning processes to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze detailed financial reports, identifying trends and providing actionable insights.</p><p>• Manage budget, including forecasting, tracking expenses and performing monthly variance analysis to identify and explain deviations from budgeted figures, ensuring financial accountability and strategic decision making. </p><p>• Manage monthly and annual financial close activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in compliance with accounting standards. </p><p>• Help develop and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights. </p><p>• Prepare financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate investment opportunities, capital expenditures, and business cases. </p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial strategies and operational improvements.</p><p>• Lead initiatives to streamline budget processes and improve financial planning methodologies.</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller/ Accounting Manager to join our client's team in Waterloo, Ontario. In this role, you will take charge of key accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with deadlines. As a vital member of the team, you will contribute to the success of the organization by applying your expertise in financial processes and analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial statements to meet internal and lender compliance requirements.</p><p>• Conduct detailed account analysis and prepare journal entries as part of the monthly review process.</p><p>• Execute month-end closing procedures using accounting software.</p><p>• Develop and maintain weekly cash flow projections to support financial planning.</p><p>• Analyze and explain budget-to-actual variances to support decision-making.</p><p>• Participate actively in process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Contribute to the preparation of work-in-progress reports and ensure alignment with budget expectations.</p><p>• Additional tasks and special projects as assigned.</p>
<p>Robert Half is working with a growing business located in Downtown Vancouver to help identify a new Accounting Manager. Reporting to the Controller with dotted line reporting to the parent, investment company, the Accounting Manager will play a significant role in developing the scalability of the businesses finance functions while ensuring the day-to-day accounting is accurate and timely. The Accounting Manager will take ownership of the accounting function, spearheading the development of robust policies, procedures, and internal controls. The successful candidate will also manage and streamline the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities would include:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements</li><li>Monthly management reporting for operational and executive leadership</li><li> Participation in budgeting and forecasting in partnership with the Controller</li><li>Ad hoc financial and variance analysis</li><li>Build and implement accounting policies and standards to ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements</li><li>Design and implement effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting</li><li>Evaluate existing accounting processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and scalability</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison for external audits, handling documentation and addressing auditor requests</li><li>Provide leadership and guidance to junior accounting staff, fostering professional development and maintaining a high-performance team</li><li>Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements, with research, planning, and implementation, as required</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Financial Analyst or Finance Manager to oversee FP& A </strong>- financial planning, analysis, and reporting for our sales and marketing initiatives. In this short-term contract role, you will play a pivotal part in managing budgets, improving financial processes, and serving as a key business partner to the sales leadership team. This position is based in Toronto, Ontario, and offers an opportunity to lead a team while driving meaningful financial insights and strategies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>PLEASE NOTE: CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry experience is a must for this role.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Contract length - 3 mon with immediate start date.</strong></p><p><strong>Location - 5 days onsite, downtown Toronto.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly forecasting process, ensuring discussions and reconciliations are conducted effectively and on time.</p><p>• Oversee the annual budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Redesign and implement promotional approval processes to maintain strict control over spending and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Provide financial leadership to sales teams by coaching them on financial acumen and resolving challenges to achieve shared goals.</p><p>• Deliver detailed monthly performance reports and analyses to support decision-making and cost management.</p><p>• Serve as a financial advisor on sales initiatives, including retailer expansion strategies and promotional calendars, ensuring risks and opportunities are properly evaluated.</p><p>• Review and provide recommendations on investment appraisals and other financial proposals.</p><p>• Work closely with a team of Sales Finance Analysts, fostering collaboration and growth.</p><p>• Support month-end reporting requirements and recommend improvements to current operating procedures.</p><p>• Lead special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as required.</p>
<p>Are you an experienced accounting professional looking for an opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic and growing company? Our client specializes in custom design, manufacture, and assembly of of projects throughout North America and expanding the team by hiring a Controller. <strong>Note that this role is 100% onsite until the new Controller is able to effectly perform the position in a hybrid capacity.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>As the Controller, you will report to the COO and take ownership of the organization's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting business goals. You will be an integral part of the leadership team and collaborate with other departments including Operations, Production, Project Management and Supply Chain/Procurement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Leadership & Oversight: </strong>Provide direction for daily accounting processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.</li><li><strong>Financial Reporting:</strong> Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls: </strong>Maintain internal financial safeguards, oversee budgets, track costs, and monitor expenditures.</li><li><strong>Cash Flow Management: </strong>Drive forecasting and cash flow planning in collaboration with organizational leadership.</li><li><strong>Audit Readiness: </strong>Coordinate the annual audit process and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors.</li><li><strong>Compliance:</strong> Ensure adherence to all financial, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li><strong>Process Improvement: </strong>Lead initiatives to optimize accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Support cost tracking and analysis for inventory control.</li><li><strong>Project Support:</strong> Provide financial expertise related to cost control, job costing, and billing for project management teams.</li><li><strong>Team Development: </strong>Supervise, train, and mentor junior accounting staff, fostering a high-performance team-oriented culture.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to lead and oversee financial operations with our client in Toronto, Ontario. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, along with a proven ability to guide teams and collaborate across departments. This role is integral to driving strategic decision-making through accurate forecasting, budgeting, and expenditure management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes in collaboration with management and operational teams.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and support to a team of specialists and senior analysts, ensuring their growth and success.</p><p>• Conduct detailed evaluations of departmental expenditures and workforce utilization to offer actionable insights and recommendations.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to enhance management reporting functions and work with leaders to enable data-driven decisions.</p><p>• Monitor, track, and reconcile expenditures to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies.</p><p>• Participate in cross-departmental initiatives aimed at improving processes and implementing effective financial systems.</p><p>• Act as a subject matter expert, advising internal stakeholders on financial policies, corporate guidelines, and collective agreements.</p><p>• Perform additional duties as required to support the organization’s financial objectives.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>Senior Manager Property Accounting</strong> to join our client's company - real estate investment firm - in Mississauga, Ontario, for a 2 months contract position. In this role, you will oversee property accounting operations for commercial properties and work closely with the team to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. This position requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to implement process improvements effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an on-site opportunity, however client is flexible. Location: Mississauga, ON.</p><p>Starting with 2 months contract.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage property accounting functions for commercial properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.</p><p>• Utilize Yardi software to oversee property management accounting processes, specifically month-end close.</p><p>• Perform detailed reviews of accounts payable and receivable transactions.</p><p>• Handle recovery calculations and ensure proper reconciliation processes are followed.</p><p>• Implement and drive process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve challenges and maintain effective communication.</p><p>• Provide financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures in all accounting tasks.</p><p>• Work onsite for five days a week to maintain close coordination with the team.</p>
<p>Our client is looking for a Senior Finance leader to provide strategic guidance & oversight to the Finance & Accounting function for a $100M+ annual revenue organization that is growing. This critical leader works closely with the C-suite team to provide leadership and finance guidance, operational excellence and process improvement to the Finance, Accounting, Reporting, and Auditing processes. Working collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), the Board and staff provide change management and process improvement, mentoring and development of team skills. You will perform a post ERP implementation assessment to ensure post integration is strong. This finance leader is key to impacting organizational growth and reporting with strategic analysis, uncovering efficiencies and providing financial advice to the senior leadership team. This is an amazing opportunity to bring value to several areas of the business that will positively impact the organization’s future growth and potential acquisition projects.</p><p> </p><p><strong><em>Strategic Planning & Budgeting & Forecasting </em></strong></p><ul><li>Assisting with the development of a sustainable strategic plan for the company</li><li>Key leader in developing strategic planning, ten-year projections, annual planning, and goal setting. Leading the development of the annual budget and ten-year cash flow projections and lead the annual planning process.</li><li>Work with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to present the budget for approval. Assist with Team Leader training to ensure proper budget preparation.</li><li>Analyze all department’s operations costs and work directly with Division Manager(s) to challenge and improve budget variances and operating results. </li></ul><p><strong><em>Financial accounting & reporting & loss prevention</em></strong></p><ul><li>Oversee month end close, prepare financial statements on a monthly basis and the annual financial statements, liaising with the external auditors. </li><li>Ensure feasibility assessments are done on major capital expenditures, analyzed and that post audits are performed on all major capital expenditures. </li><li>Ensure adequate insurance coverage is in place and annual reviews are completed</li><li>Oversee the credit function of the company as well as all current and future credit contracts with other organizations</li><li>Administer all signed contracts and ensure that compliance with the terms of agreements and integrity of all securities are maintained</li><li>Collaborate with Division Managers and Asset Protection Manager, to oversee the integrity of the receiving function, assist in eliminating losses and proper controls and processes exist to mitigate theft, spoilage, shrink and paper errors.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Information Technology</em></strong></p><ul><li>Manage the IT function including the IT Contract to ensure retail hardware/software and security requirements are achieved and maintained</li></ul><p><strong><em>Leadership: </em></strong></p><p>· Supervise, mentor, develop and train all direct reports. Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, training and employee relations matters. </p><ul><li>· Strengthen and develop competencies amongst the team members.</li></ul>
<p>Our downtown client is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor who will provide support to the Manager Internal Audit and lead teams in internal audit. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li> Actively participates in department planning sessions to assist in developing a flexible audit plan. </li><li>Effectively and efficiently performs assigned work including: o Leading an audit team as the Auditor-In-Charge (AIC) to manage and complete assigned projects; </li><li>Preparing individual work programs for routine assignments and assisting in the preparation of work programs in more complex engagements; o Completing assigned work independently under the supervision of Manager or Director for more complex assignments; o Communicating effectively with the team, throughout the work; o Analyzing data in routine situations (in certain situations, uses audit tools to facilitate the analysis);</li><li> Preparing files and raising exceptions and providing value added recommendations; o Providing input into reports; and o Managing his/her own time within the approved budget. </li><li>Actively participates in team discussions, providing feedback to others within the group; </li><li>Builds and maintains networks with managers and employees;</li><li> Maintains currency in detail oriented standards (IIA, CIA, ISACA etc.) and applies these standards in every day interaction with clients and in the performance of work;</li><li>Maintains technical skills; and </li><li>Perform other administrative tasks as assigned in support of the overall department objectives.</li></ul>
<p>Our client a highly successful company in the hospitality sector has an exciting opportunity for a Controller. Reporting to a Director of Finance, you will be directly involved in all accounting and financial activities for their Collingwood site, including financial policies, practices, and controls. You will work directly with management on business decisions and will guide and inspire an accounting team of two subordinates. Responsibilities include:</p><p><br></p><p>• Supervise, support and develop the accounting team.</p><p>• Lead the implementation and deployment of best practices within the department.</p><p>• Take part in decisions requiring your expertise and analytical skills to provide financial information and propose solutions to maintain and develop the company’s profitability.</p><p>• Plan, guide and coordinate the operational functions related to the accounting.</p><p>• Actively contribute and manage the compilation and reconciliation of all financial data required to prepare the company’s financial statements with precision.</p><p>• Present financial results and variance analyses according to requested timelines.</p><p>• Ensure the company’s forecast and budgeting process are performed within the established corporate timelines and procedures.</p><p>• In collaboration with the managers, perform monthly budget variance analysis of each department and develop forecasts according to performance targets.</p><p>• Supervise the management of cashflow.</p><p>• Ensure internal controls and policies’ compliance and implement corrective measures when required.</p><p>• In collaboration with the Director of Finance, establish financial policies, procedures and controls.</p><p>• Develop and maintain a good relationship with our audit firm and financial institutions.</p><p>• Promote a positive, harmonious, and professional work environment.</p>
