Accounting Technician / Tax Accountant / Bookkeeper

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience

About Us

We are a growing tax and accounting practice dedicated to providing exceptional tax compliance, bookkeeping, and advisory services to individuals, corporations, and trusts. We pride ourselves on building long-term client relationships and delivering accurate, practical, and timely solutions.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Tax Accountant / Bookkeeper to join our team in Winnipeg. The ideal candidate will have experience with bookkeeping, account reconciliations, and Canadian tax preparation, including T1, T2, and T3 tax returns. This position offers a diverse mix of bookkeeping, tax compliance, and client-facing responsibilities within a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and file T1 Personal Income Tax Returns
- Prepare and file T2 Corporate Income Tax Returns
- Prepare and file T3 Trust Income Tax Returns
- Perform bookkeeping services for a portfolio of clients
- Complete monthly, quarterly, and year-end bank reconciliations
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including:
- Bank accounts
- Credit cards
- Loans and financing arrangements
- Shareholder accounts
- GST/HST accounts
- Payroll liabilities
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounting records
- Maintain accurate client accounting records using Xero and other cloud-based accounting software
- Prepare and file GST/HST returns
- Assist with payroll processing and payroll remittances
- Prepare year-end working papers and support financial statement preparation
- Assist clients with CRA correspondence and requests
- Work directly with clients to obtain information and ensure records remain current
- Support managers and partners with tax, accounting,



and advisory engagements

QualificationsRequired

- Minimum 2 years of bookkeeping, accounting, or public practice experience
- Experience preparing Canadian tax returns
- Robust bookkeeping and accounting knowledge
- Experience completing bank and account reconciliations
- Proficiency with Xero and QuickBooks Online
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client engagements simultaneously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

- Experience preparing T1, T2, and T3 tax returns
- Public accounting firm experience
- Experience with Xero, QuickBooks Online, TaxCycle, CaseWare, or similar software
- Knowledge of GST/HST compliance and payroll reporting
- CPA designation or CPA student status
- Experience working with owner-managed businesses and professional corporations

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package
- Flexible work environment
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Diverse and engaging client engagements
- Chance for career growth within a growing practice

Ideal Candidate

You enjoy both bookkeeping and tax work and are comfortable managing client files independently. You have hands-on experience with Xero, can confidently complete bank and balance sheet account reconciliations, and have experience preparing T1, T2, and T3 returns. You are proactive, client-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced public practice environment.

Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Application question(s):

- How many years of experience do you have with T2 returns?
- How many years of experience do you have with T3 returns?
- How many years of experience do you have with bookkeeping?
- How many years of experience do you have with T1 returns?

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounting Technician (Winnipeg)
🏢 UNR Financial
📍 Winnipeg