Horizon Recruitment is supporting a mid-sized private organization undergoing operational transition and financial restructuring. Our client is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Controller to lead the re-establishment of core accounting systems and restore confidence in financial reporting. The company is emerging from a complex period involving system and leadership changes, and this role will play a key part in stabilizing and modernizing finance operations.

This is a six-month contract position with strong potential to convert to a permanent leadership role.

Responsibilities:

• Assess the current accounting environment and rebuild foundational systems and processes
• Deliver timely, accurate monthly financial statements and department-level reporting
• Reconstruct and manage a clean chart of accounts using Sage 50 (with legacy data from Sage 300)
• Oversee cash management, compliance, and internal controls
• Collaborate with operational managers to support budget planning and forecasting
• Serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and ownership
• Prepare the organization for future systems upgrades and business planning cycles

Requirements:

• Significant experience as a hands-on Controller or Senior Finance Manager in a change-oriented environment
• Strong technical accounting skills and familiarity with small-to-mid market accounting systems
• Proven ability to operate in environments with limited structure and incomplete historical data
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
• Hospitality or multi-site experience is an asset but not required

Remuneration:

• $60–$70/hour contract (approx. $120K–$135K annualized equivalent)
• 6-month term with strong potential to convert to a permanent salaried role with bonus

**Only candidates eligible to work in Canada will be considered**

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is a specialized recruitment and search firm with two complimentary practice areas: Finance & Supply Chain.