Robert Half is partnering with a client in the transportation industry to hire an Assistant Controller in Richmond Hill, Ontario.

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the organization’s accounting and finance function while gaining exposure to all areas of the business.

Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will support financial operations across reporting, close, budgeting, compliance, payroll, and operational cost analysis. This role is well suited to a hands-on accounting professional who is eager to learn the business from the ground up, contribute cross-functionally, and grow into broader leadership responsibilities over time.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting and Close

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Analyze budget-to-actual results and provide variance commentary
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and oversee account reconciliations

Operational Accounting

• Monitor and analyze fleet-related costs, including fuel, maintenance, leasing, and depreciation
• Support revenue recognition for freight, logistics, contract, and mileage-based billing
• Track and report on cost-per-mile, cost-per-route, and asset utilization metrics
• Assist with accounting for equipment purchases, leases, and disposals

Budgeting, Forecasting, and Analysis

• Assist with annual budgets and rolling forecasts
• Partner with operations to align financial planning with route and fleet activity
• Prepare financial models and support scenario analysis for business decisions

Controls, Compliance, and Risk

• Help maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting
• Support compliance with applicable regulatory, tax, and reporting requirements
• Assist with external audits, insurance reporting, claims accounting, and risk management
• Ensure required renewals, certifications, and annual filings are completed on time

Process Oversight

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities
• Support billing accuracy, collections, cash flow, and working capital management
• Oversee payroll processing for operational and administrative employees
• Monitor labour costs and support compliance with wage and overtime requirements

Leadership and Collaboration

• Supervise and support accounting team members
• Partner with operations, dispatch, and fleet teams to provide financial insight
• Serve as backup to the Controller as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA designation completed or in progress is considered an asset
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in transportation, logistics, trucking, or another asset-intensive industry is preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems
• Experience with CargoWise or a transportation management system is an asset
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

What Stands Out

• Opportunity to learn the business from the ground up
• Broad exposure across accounting, operations, and leadership
• Career growth potential for someone with a strong learning mindset and desire to advance

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