Controller

Controller

Our TorontoJobs.ca Recruiting division client, in the professional services industry, is seeking a hands-on Controller to join their team during an important transition period. We are actively reviewing candidates as they become available. This is a full-time opportunity in a lean, fast-moving environment where the successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day finance operations and help ensure strong financial control, accuracy, and visibility.

This role sits at a Controller level and is best suited to someone who enjoys being close to the numbers and involved in both operations and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Cash & Payments

• Monitor daily cash flow and support payment decisions

• Process EFTs and wire payments weekly

AP / AR / Billing

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Follow up on outstanding invoices and issues

• Support timesheet tracking and billing processes

Payroll

• Process semi-monthly payroll across entities

• Manage payroll changes (hires, terminations, vacation, bonuses)

Month-End & Reporting

• Lead month-end close process

• Complete account reconciliations

• Prepare monthly financial statements and variance reports

• Support executive reporting and board summaries

Forecasting & Analysis

• Support forecasting updates

• Identify risks, variances, and trends

• Track key KPIs (placements, contractors, etc.)

Compliance & Audit

• Support government filings (monthly/annual)

• Assist with bank reporting and covenant tracking

• Support external audit process

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on accounting and finance experience

• Experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close

• Payroll, reporting, and reconciliation experience required

• Comfortable working in a small, fast-paced team

• Able to take ownership and operate independently

• Staffing or service-based industry experience is an asset

• NetSuite experience is an asset

Why This Role

• Controller-level responsibility with real ownership

• High visibility with leadership team

• Broad exposure across accounting, payroll, reporting, and finance operations

• Fast-paced environment with variety in day-to-day work

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a lean team