Posted 5 days ago
Interim Controller - Hands-On
@ Robert Half
Vaughan, Ontario
Overview
Robert Half is placing a temporary Interim Controller for six months, with possible extension, at a client in Vaughan, ON. The hybrid role (three onsite days per week) covers the full accounting cycle, financial reporting, internal controls and operational finance support. CPA is preferred, and 5+ years of controller or senior accounting experience is expected.
Pay:
$50–$60 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close
- Oversee AP, AR, payroll support and reconciliations
- Prepare financial statements and management reports
- Monitor cash flow, working capital and liquidity
- Coordinate audits, tax filings and year-end reporting
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years progressive accounting and finance experience
- Controller or senior accounting experience
- CPA preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Advanced Excel and ERP system familiarity
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-02
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CPA |
| Fields of study | Accounting, Finance |
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Interim Controller - Hands-On
Role: Interim Controller - Hands-On
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)
Location: Vaughan, ON --
Duration: 6 months (potential for extension)
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Interim Controller to support their finance function. This role is ideal for a well-rounded accounting and finance professional who enjoys operating in a dynamic environment and contributing across both transactional and strategic finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Oversee general accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and account reconciliations.
- Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, and supporting analysis.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Coordinate audits, tax filings, and year-end reporting requirements with external advisors.
- Assist with ERP, systems, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with operational leaders to provide financial guidance and decision-support analysis.
- Prepare ad hoc reporting, KPI dashboards, and management presentations.
Qualifications
- CPA designation preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including experience in a Controller or senior accounting capacity.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
- Experience managing the full accounting cycle in a hands-on environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with major ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with stakeholders across the organization.
- Experience supporting process improvements and business transformation initiatives is considered an asset.
Interested?
If you're a hands-on finance professional who enjoys combining accounting, financial analysis, and operational support, we'd love to hear from you
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