Director of Finance - Contract

Job Description

About the Opportunity :

My client, a family‑owned, established and growing company is seeking a skilled and experienced

Director of Finance

to join their team on a 2-4 month contract just west of the Niagara Region.

The candidate will be a strategic leader and be responsible for assisting with the year‑end workload. This role will oversee full‑cycle accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and meticulous management of intercompany transactions and reconciliations across various entities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all full‑cycle accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and month‑end / year‑end close processes.

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements and consolidated reporting for the corporate group.

Maintain and reconcile intercompany balances across multiple entities, developing and enforcing processes for intercompany transactions and eliminations.

Oversee weekly cash flow management and bi‑weekly vendor payment runs.

Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with 3+ years as a Controller or Director of Finance.

CPA designation is required.

Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

System implementation experience is an asset.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in Canada. Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply today. We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We may utilize AI tools as part of our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and candidate experience.

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