ABOUT US

Talbot & Associates (T&A) is a bilingual Accounting Firm (CPA) founded in Manitoba that has been serving its clients since 1991. Since 2019, we have been on the “Top 3 Accounting Firms in Winnipeg” list created by Three Best Rated. We treat each other like family and we are proud to offer our team members the opportunity to live their dreams (and have fun doing it!). Our team of over 90 members offers an array of services steeped in decades of combined experience from varying backgrounds.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Hourly pay for every hour worked, including during busy seasons, with the option to be paid out for extra hours or bank them for future use.
• Reimbursement for personal medical expenses, with the opportunity to invest unused amounts in a deferred profit-sharing plan account.
• Participation in a group benefits plan, including life insurance, dependent life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
• Investment opportunities, including a group retirement savings plan and a group tax-free savings account with payroll deduction options.
• The opportunity to make an impact on our business performance and to be a key part of an ambitious team in an industry-leading business.
• Ongoing development and training with the possibility of tuition/course reimbursement.
• The opportunity to reach your full potential.
• Flexibility to accommodate special work hour arrangements.
• A work culture that treats each other and all our clients like family, looking out for each other in all aspects of life, building each other up to succeed and excel, and having fun with each other at the office and at many activities and events outside the office.
• An open-door opportunity for wage negotiations based on performance.

WHO YOU ARE:

• A warm and positive individual, who is intrinsically motivated and who demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• An individual with strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and effectively manage tight deadlines.
• Someone with meticulous attention to detail.
• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain effective working relationships with both staff and clients.
• An individual who understands the importance of maintaining privacy and trust with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• A good basic understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, which could be demonstrated through experience or education.
• Minimum three years of relevant accounting experience. Experience in working on assurance files (audits and review engagements) would be considered an asset. As this role is in the assurance department and will involve preparation of audit and review engagement file work and the generation of financial statements in accordance with Canadian ASPE/ASNPO primarily, preference will be given to those with prior experience in these areas.
• CPA designation, or completed CFE with practical experience requirements in progress.
• Strong computer skills, with expertise in accounting and tax software, such as CaseWare, TaxCycle, Sage, and QuickBooks.
• Proficiency and excitement for learning new software and accounting concepts.
• The ability to learn quickly, mentor others, and provide constructive feedback.
  
• Bilingualism (French/English), which is considered an asset but not required.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Implement and maintain financial reporting procedures to comply with internal and external reporting deadlines and requirements.
• Analyze financial statements and reports and provide financial, business, and tax advice to clients.
  
• Prepare and review assurance engagement files, including reconciling accounts, posting journal entries, and preparing supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review sales tax and corporate tax returns.
• Prepare and review personal tax returns (T1s) during personal tax season (March & April of each year).
• Prepare and review bookkeeping as required.
• Assist with tax planning calculations.
• Provide feedback and training as required.
• Communicate with clients and coworkers, maintaining positive relationships.
• Perform tax and accounting research as required.
• Self-manage workload and projects.
• Perform other duties as required and as assigned.

Talbot & Associates is a dynamic and fun work environment that offers tremendous growth to each team member and an unparalleled wealth of knowledge and experience for our clients. We offer many opportunities for advancement, including through pre-existing career paths and support and encouragement to pursue new specializations not yet mastered by our firm. If you are seeking a rewarding career with a great team, apply now!