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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📌 Assistant Controller (Canada)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Canada