Interim Finance Lead – 3 Month Contract Interim Finance Lead – 3 Month Contract Salary Contract Employment Type Contract Location Oakville, Ontario Apply Principal duties of the Interim Finance Lead – 3 Month Contract: Our client is in the education sector as one of Ontario’s leading post secondary Colleges and they are looking for an Interim Finance Lead (Senior Accountant) to join them on a 3-month contract assignment. The role is hybrid with 3 days a week at either the campus located in Oakville or Mississauga and work remote from home 2 days a week. Key Responsibilities Financial Operations & Oversight Oversee day-to-day accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and cash flow management. Review and process payroll and invoices on a bi-weekly basis. Act as backup for payroll and invoice processing when the Finance Coordinator is unavailable. Monitor cash balances and ensure timely replenishment of cash flow requirements. Maintain effective internal controls and identify potential financial risks or issues. Financial Reporting & Analysis Lead month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Prepare and review monthly and quarterly financial statements.



Conduct budget-to-actual analysis and provide meaningful financial insights to management. Support the mid-year budget review process with operating departments. Prepare cheque requests and cost transfers to recover eligible capital expenditures and maintain cash flow. Prepare reports, analysis, and materials to support the CAO, Finance Committee meetings, and key organizational decisions. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting Prepare and review HST filings, WSIB remittances, and CAAT pension plan contributions. Ensure compliance with all statutory filing requirements and reporting deadlines. Support internal and external audit requirements and related documentation requests. Systems & Process Improvement Maintain and update Zoho Expense workflows. Review and approve Visa expense reconciliations. Support financial matters related to food services operations. Identify opportunities to enhance processes, controls, and reporting efficiencies. Leadership & Team Support Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to the Finance Coordinator and co-op student. Collaborate closely with department managers and senior leadership. Support training and knowledge

📌 Interim Finance Lead – 3 Month Contract (Oakville)
🏢 The Mason Group
📍 Oakville