Who we are

You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing skilled services firm that still feels like a community. We employ about 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us.

As an Administrative Assistant [Receptionist - Temporary 12 Month Contract] your responsibilities will include:

Ensuring Reception is opened/closed during regular business hours

Greeting and welcoming each guest in a friendly and inviting manner

Answering the software-based telephone in a professional manner, and transferring the caller to the appropriate business unit or colleague

Assemble T1 personal tax returns as well as other Canada Revenue forms including T4s and T5s

Preparation of letters and reports using firm templates in compliance with Firm standards

Proof-read, review for quality and verify content before finalizing any client deliverables

E-filing as required

Receiving and securing cheques, debit/credit card payments

Managing boardroom bookings and catering requirements including set-up, and clean-up for meetings and office events

Providing assistance with the preparation of meeting materials (i.e. presentations, handouts, etc.)

Participate in training and stay current with Doane GT software

Provide billing support using various DoaneGrant Thornton systems

Using Microsoft D365 application software to set up new clients as well as track, maintain and report on client relationships

General administrative duties including, but not limited to: filing, photocopying, scanning and faxing

Collecting, coding, and processing payables for the business unit

Managing mail and courier requirements for delivery and pickup

Light cleaning of shared spaces such as kitchen, lunchroom, boardroom, and counters





Maintaining proper office appearance and cleanliness

Maintenance tickets to the landlord

Ordering office supplies

Doane Grant Thornton

If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action.

At Doane Grant

Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are.

Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca

Think you’ve got what it takes to be an Administrative Assistant [Receptionist - Temporary 12 Month Contract]? Like the colour purple? Great. Here’s a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:

Strong MS Suite Skills

2+ years of administrative or upscale customer service experience

Excellent data entry skills and high attention to detail with an aptitude for proofreading and suggesting alternatives

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills – must be comfortable handling multiple priorities

Exceptional client service mindset

Computer savvy – ability to learn and troubleshoot various computer programs

Knowledge of Taxprep, CaseWare and or Keystone and past experience in financial statement preparation an asset

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Takes initiative, takes direction and works well independently

Keen attention to detail, effective and accurate

At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.

*This role is required to be onsite, in-office five days each week.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

📌 Administrative Assistant [ Receptionist - Temporary 12 Month Contract ] (Winnipeg)
🏢 RPMGlobal
📍 Winnipeg