Accounting & finance jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 20, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 5,662
Employers: 2,065

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $80,575Across 522 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $36.61Across 80 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $67,828Across 36 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%124 listings
Hybrid: 27%1,538 listings
On-site: 70%3,970 listings

Not specified: 1% (30 listings)

Employers hiring include RBC (292), Scotiabank (196), Royal Bank of Canada (157).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Accounting & finance jobs in Canada

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Arrow Workforce Solutions

Financial Controller

Montreal, QC, Canada

Pay: Pay Rate: $55–$58/hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 15, 2026
Experience: 3–5 years of experience managing an accounting department, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 15, 2026

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Original job description

Financial Controller

Location: Montreal, QC

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Pay Rate: $55–$58/hour

Employment Type: Full-Time Ongoing Contract

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations and financial controls while working closely with the Finance Director. This role will be responsible for managing the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and compliance, strengthening internal controls, and driving continuous improvement across financial processes.

The ideal candidate is a strong financial leader with hands-on accounting experience, excellent analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in both French and English.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and supervise the accounting department and day-to-day accounting operations.
Develop, maintain, and update departmental ISO procedures and ensure their implementation.
Review and validate accounting entries and financial transactions.
Prepare and review monthly financial results and month-end reports.
Manage petty cash and perform monthly reconciliations.
Participate in budget preparation and semi-annual financial consolidations.
Implement, monitor, and improve internal financial controls.
Analyze financial accounts and identify discrepancies or opportunities for improvement.
Work closely with the Finance Director in preparing financial statements.
Act as the primary contact for government agencies and oversee related accounting reconciliations.
Liaise with auditors, banks, and other external financial partners.
Oversee payroll accounting records and reconciliations.
Review and prepare year-end financial reports.
Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate accounting department employees.
Oversee the accounting and financial management of subsidiaries.
Ensure the department operates efficiently and in accordance with established procedures and policies.
Perform other finance and accounting duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Professional accounting designation such as CA, CGA, or CMA is an asset, or equivalent relevant experience.
3–5 years of experience managing an accounting department, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Fluency in both French and English, written and spoken.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and reporting.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial management skills.
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities.
Excellent organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

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Responsibilities

The Financial Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, manage the accounting department, and ensure compliance with internal controls. They are responsible for preparing financial statements, managing audits, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes.

Requirements

Candidates must have a degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of experience managing an accounting department. Fluency in both English and French and a professional accounting designation (CA, CGA, or CMA) are highly valued.

Skills

Financial Control
Accounting Operations
Financial Reporting
Internal Controls
Budget Preparation
Payroll Accounting
Financial Consolidation
Audit Liaison
Team Leadership
Microsoft Excel
Bilingual French and English
ISO Procedures
Financial Analysis
Month-end Closing
Subsidiary Management

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Keywords

Financial Controller
Accounting
Finance
ISO Procedures
Internal Controls
CA
CGA
CMA
Microsoft Office
Excel
Financial Statements
Payroll
Audit
Consolidations
Budgeting
Reconciliations
Financial Management

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