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 and record-keeping skills.
• 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:

• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
• High level of sound and independent judgment, reasoning, and discretion.
  
• Professional, responsive, and positive work attitude is essential.
• Resourcefulness and flexibility.
  
• Familiarity with general principles of accounting, which could be demonstrated through experience or education.
• Minimum two years of relevant bookkeeping experience.
  
• Strong computer skills, with expertise in QuickBooks Online.
• The ability to learn quickly and accept feedback.
• The ability to use various financial transactions such as accounts payables and accounts receivable.
• Bilingualism (French/English), which is considered an asset but not required.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping for small businesses in a variety of industries, including processing transactions and reconciling accounts.
• Prepare sales tax returns, including reasonability tests and reconciliations.
• Prepare personal tax returns.
• Maintain timely communications with clients and colleagues and maintain positive relationships.
• Self-manage workload and projects.
  

• Other duties, relevant to the position, shall be assigned as required.

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 results driven team that prioritizes personal development, fosters transparency, and celebrates diversity, we would love to hear from you!