Staff Accountant ( Steinbach Winkler Winnipeg )
Gislason Targownik Peters is a respected and growing public practice accounting firm. We’re committed to delivering exceptional client service and fostering a collaborative, professional environment. If you’re passionate about accounting and working toward your CPA designation, we’d love to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for career development.
Position Overview
As a Staff Accountant, you’ll be an integral part of our accounting team, contributing to a wide range of public practice functions. This role is ideal for someone with a strong academic background in accounting and hands-on experience in bookkeeping or financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements through accurate bookkeeping and accounting.
- Prepare personal and corporate income tax returns.
- Ensure compliance and accuracy in financial records using accounting best practices.
- Collaborate with partners and managers on client engagements and internal projects.
Qualifications
- Enrollment in the CPA program or completion of relevant university courses toward CPA designation.
- Experience with accounting and tax software such as CaseWare, TaxPrep, QuickBooks, and Simply Accounting.
- Familiarity with computerized payroll, bookkeeping, and record-keeping systems.
- Experience preparing T4s and T5s is preferred.
Core Competencies
- Commitment to delivering outstanding client service.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to grow your accounting career and contribute to a dynamic team, please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to or upload your application using the form below.
Experienced Administrative Assistant/Reception ( Winkler )
About Us
Gislason Targownik Peters is a respected public accounting firm that strives to deliver outstanding service to our clients. We are looking for an enthusiastic and meticulous Administrative Assistant/Receptionist to be part of our team in our Winkler office.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Engagement: Warmly greet and assist clients as they arrive at the office, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Communication Management: Answer incoming calls, directing inquiries to the appropriate staff members efficiently.
- Document Preparation: Print, assemble, and manage files, tax forms, returns, and various essential documents.
- Supply Management: Monitor inventory, track, and order office supplies to maintain a well-stocked environment.
- Government Filing: Prepare and file necessary forms with government offices accurately and on time.
- Administrative Support: Conduct filing, photocopying, and scanning tasks to support office operations.
- Record Keeping: Track and record communications with government agencies and third parties diligently.
- Client Database Management: Ensure client contact information is always current and accurate.
- Additional Duties: Perform other administrative tasks as assigned to support the team.
What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience:
- Proficient in computer applications and office software.
- Fluent in English with outstanding communication skills.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in administrative or reception roles within a professional setting.
Core Competencies:
- Client Service Focus: A strong commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients.
- Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
- Positive Attitude: A friendly and approachable demeanor that enhances the workplace culture.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive team committed to professional growth.
- Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
- Contribute to a respected firm known for its dedication to client service.
Application Process
If you are passionate about providing excellent administrative support and meet the qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to .
Senior Accounting Staff / Client Manager ( Steinbach Winkler Winnipeg )
Performance Expectations
- Processing of compilation, review, and audit engagements in a disciplined and organized way, within fixed timelines
- Maintain up to date understanding of income tax
- Oversee bookkeeping and support tasks
- Client management – address client raised issues promptly with appropriate members of the engagement team
- Mentor junior staff in all aspects of the engagement process
- Professionalism, confidentiality and integrity in all tasks and communications
- Commitment to ongoing Professional Development in core and related subject matter
- Contribute to the communities in which we live and work
Credentials
- CPA designation or nearing completion of designation
- Experience with Caseware, Tax Prep, Quickbooks, Sage Accounting
- Minimum 4 years public accounting experience (2 years in a manager role preferred)
- High computer literacy
- Solid understanding of income tax and sales taxes
Core Competencies
- Commitment to client service
- Strong problem solving ability
- Accountability for goal setting and tracking
- Highly self organized
- Able to work as part of a team
Please forward your resumé and cover letter in confidence to or upload using the form below.
Experienced Bookkeeper and Administrative Assistant ( Winkler )
Gislason Targownik Peters is currently seeking an individual to fill a full-time, permanent position within our Winkler office.
Responsibilities
- Correspondence with Canada Revenue Agency, Service Canada and our clients
- Setting up GST and payroll accounts with CRA
- Business name registrations
- CPP and OAS applications
- Answer phones and greet clients as needed
- Miscellaneous filing and administrative tasks
- Other duties as assigned
Education & Experience
- Must be highly computer literate
- Fluent in English – an excellent communicator
- 3+ years prior experience in bookkeeping and administrative assistant duties
Core Competencies
- Commitment to client service
- Highly organized, able to multitask
- Able to work as part of a team
- A positive, personable disposition
Please forward your resumé and cover letter in confidence to or upload using the form below.
Accounting & Office Manager ( Winkler )
Gislason Targownik Peters is currently seeking an individual to fill a full-time, permanent position located in our Winkler office.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day to day administrative processes for the firm including accounting, AR, AP, payroll, benefits administration, etc
- Supervise the activities of the administrative team
- Perform Month-end and Year-end close
- Lead the continuous improvement of internal administrative processes
- Support the CEO and partners to meet client expectations and support future growth
Education & Experience
- Must be highly computer literate
- Fluent in English – an excellent communicator
- Completion of a college or university program in accounting, business or related field
- 5+ years in an accounting or office management role
- Experience in human resources is a plus
- Experience with Sage 50 or similar product
Core Competencies
- Commitment to client service
- Highly organized, able to multitask
- Able to work as part of a team
- Ability to problem solve
- Desire for continual improvement and learning
Please forward your resumé and cover letter in confidence to or upload using the form below.
Administrative Assistant – Accounting and HR ( Winkler )
Responsibilities
- Perform accounts payable, bank reconciliation and remittances
- Payroll, benefits administration and other HR support activities
- Month end and year end tasks
- Other general administrative tasks as required
Education & Experience
- Graduate of Administrative Assistant program, Business Administration program or related University degree requried
- Must be highly computer literate
- Fluent in English
- Prior experience with administration or bookkeeping strongly preferred
- Experience with Simply Accounting strongly preferred
Core Competencies
- Commitment to client service
- Strong problem solving ability
- Accountability for goal setting and tracking
- Highly self organized
- Able to work as part of a team
Please forward your resumé and cover letter in confidence to or upload using the form below.