Accountant

Doing business to business, person to person. Payworks is a leading workforce management solutions provider and multi-year winner of the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. We are proud to be Canadian owned and operated as well as committed to developing world-class products and providing a progressive workplace culture where Doing Right by People is our purpose.

With clients of all sizes from coast to coast and more than 600 employees, we currently have an exciting opportunity on our Accounting team for the right candidate. Because when it comes to great people, there’s always room for one more.

DOING RIGHT BY PEOPLE – IT’S WHAT WE DO

The Accountant will keep Payworks’ finances running smoothly by handling key accounting processes, including accounts receivable and accounts payable, the monthly financial close cycle, and both internal and external reporting requirements. Throughout the year, you will also support the optimization of our internal processes and tools, and when year-end rolls around, you will play an important role in ensuring a smooth and successful financial statement audit. If you love working with numbers and thrive in a collaborative environment, please read on!

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE PAYWORKS

• Comprehensive employer paid benefits, including a Health Spending Account, for you and your family and excellent pension plan with employer contributions.
• Plenty of professional development opportunities.
• Community-minded culture – Receive two paid days per year to volunteer and lots of opportunity to “Pay it Forward”.
• Time and flexibility to meet your needs – Hybrid work model with flexible work options, plus 3 weeks vacation to start, flex time and parental leave benefits.
• Cool perks – Annual Lifestyle Spending Account, Costco membership, fun office environment and events, and more!

KEEP OUR FINANCES ON TRACK – IT’S WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide Financial Insights – You will help drive a smooth month-end and year-end close process by preparing reconciliations for accounts receivable, fixed assets, non-monetary revenues, and more. You will also compile internal financial reports, support CFIB membership validation, and ensure accuracy in recurring journal entries. Your work will help to drive smart decision-making and keep our financial records clear, accurate and audit-ready.
• Ensure Smooth Collections and Reliable Reports – Using your superior organizational skills, you will prepare customer invoices and generate reports for key partnership agreements, keeping everyone informed and everything running seamlessly.
• Champion Audit and Compliance – You will be a key player in audit season by working closely with auditors to provide necessary support and explanations. Throughout the year, you will contribute to internal audit activities and maintain compliance with financial policies. Your attention to detail will help us stay on track and meet regulatory requirements with confidence.
• Enhance Your Career – We are committed to providing opportunities for personal growth and development that encourage our people to excel and make a real difference throughout their career journey. We will provide a solid training experience to set you up for success!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Post-secondary education in finance or accounting or equivalent education and experience.
• 5+ years of full-cycle accounting experience and in-depth knowledge of accounting policies, best practices and applicable legislation.
• Experience in the payroll or tech industry is an asset. Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges is essential!
• Experience using Oracle NetSuite is a plus, while strong technical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook is necessary.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, both independently and in a team setting.
• Exceptional mathematical skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills paired with clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Flexibility to juggle shifting priorities, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with accuracy.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work that adds value and drives business success.

We are proud to support a Flexible Work Plan that recognizes the diverse needs and lifestyles of our people. The Accountant has the option to work fully out of the Payworks head office in Winnipeg or on a hybrid work model, working in the office at least three (3) days a week.

Payworks is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, and collaborating with employees, clients and guests to identify and effectively remove barriers, in a manner that respects the principles of independence, dignity, integration, reasonable accommodation and equal opportunity. Payworks welcomes and encourages applications from all persons. Individuals applying for employment with Payworks may request accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment from Human Resources.

Employees at Payworks’ come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidate for this opportunity, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered.