Senior Accountant | Comptable principal(e)

Pour consulter cette offre d'emploi en français, rendez-vous sur : https://conseildesarts.mb.ca/2026/08/affichage-de-poste-comptable-principale/ About Us The Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) is an arm’s-length agency of the Province of Manitoba, established in 1965 to “promote the study, enjoyment, production and performance of works in the arts.” MAC distributes approximately $12 million annually in grants to Manitoba artists, collectives, and arts and cultural organizations, supporting a vibrant and diverse arts sector for the benefit of Manitobans. Position Summary The Manitoba Arts Council is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its 15-person staff team. The Senior Accountant is the sole finance position in the organization and as such is responsible for maintaining all financial records of the Council in a timely and efficient manner, adhering to internal controls. The Senior Accountant reports to the Executive Director, works collaboratively with the entire staff team, and liaises with the Board of Directors. Responsibilities & Duties Full Cycle accounting, including: Maintaining all general ledger accounts, including posting and verifying transactions Reconciling accounts on a monthly basis, including to the grants database (SmartSimple) Processing and paying bills on a regular basis, using various payment methods Processing and receiving payments Working within the grants database for information and file exports Overseeing and maintaining cash flow and cash flow forecasts Implementing prudent investment and cash management strategies Reconciling and maintaining the capital assets schedule Preparing internal reports monthly, performing variance analysis for the Board and Management Preparing and filing any required returns (GST, PST, deductions, contributions) Reporting to government on a quarterly and annual basis, meeting tight deadlines and following any changes to public sector reporting standards (using Excel and Word templates, as well as the government reporting portal) Preparing annual audit and working with the auditors at year end Preparing the annual budget alongside the Executive Director Preparing the annual Charity Returns Preparing and processing payroll on a bi-weekly basis, including understanding and complying with rules of payroll (calculating pension, group benefits and union dues) Processing T4s and T4As annually Maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring adherence to accounting standards, regulatory obligations, and company policies Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records Understanding new reporting requirements and any changes to legislation as applicable Providing financial and accounting opinions and information to the other team members as required Working with and developing relationships with various government areas and departments, such as Treasury Division, Financial and Administrative Services, and Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism Working with Management and other team members on various projects as required Qualifications and Attributes MAC’s Senior Accountant can work independently, making accounting decisions based on experience. They possess excellent organizational skills, are a quick learner, and can manage conflicting priorities while meeting deadlines. They have strong problem-solving skills and strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey financial information to a varied audience. They can maintain accurate and detailed work while upholding financial integrity and confidentiality in compliance with established rules and regulations. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing. Minimum of 7 years’ progressive accounting experience, with comprehensive knowledge of full-cycle accounting, in a public sector and/or not-for-profit environment. In-depth experience with accounting procedures, including recording entries, reconciling, and analyzing accounts while adhering to established standards. Experience in the preparation and analysis of financial statements. Experience in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasting. Understanding and ability to prepare annual audit working papers. Ability to prepare and process payroll using a payroll provider’s software, including calculating pension, group benefits, and processing T4s and T4As annually. Ability to uphold the accuracy and integrity of the Council’s finances and reporting while maintaining confidentiality and integrity. Proficient use of accounting software (Quickbooks), Microsoft Office programs (specifically Outlook, Excel, and Word) and other software (databases, banking, payroll). Assets Proficiency in French (spoken and/or written) Eligibility and Conditions of Employment Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada Compensation This full-time position is exempt from Union membership and has a salary range of $79,270 to $92,782 per year. MAC participates in Manitoba’s Civil Service Superannuation Board (Pension Plan) and offers a comprehensive health benefits plan. Work Location and Schedule This position is based onsite at MAC’s office in Winnipeg. Regular working hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Occasional early evening work is required to attend Board and committee meetings. Application Process The Manitoba Arts Council invites applications from all qualified individuals and encourages applications from members of racialized groups, women, Indigenous persons, persons who are Deaf and/or have a disability, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Applicants should send a resume and cover letter detailing how they meet the requirements of the position to [email protected] by 8:30 am CST on September 14th, 2026. MAC is committed to equal opportunity for persons with disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process are invited to contact MAC with the request at [email protected]. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining all financial records, including full-cycle accounting, payroll, and cash flow management. They prepare internal reports, annual budgets, and government filings while coordinating the annual audit process.

Candidates must hold a CPA designation and have at least 7 years of progressive accounting experience in a public sector or non-profit environment. Proficiency in Quickbooks and Microsoft Office is required, with French language skills considered an asset.

• Pension Plan • Health Benefits Plan

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred
• Microsoft OutlookPreferred

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• Full Cycle Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Budget Preparation
• Payroll Processing
• Audit Preparation
• Cash Flow Forecasting
• Variance Analysis
• Internal Controls
• Quickbooks
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Tax Filing
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Public Sector Accounting
• Not-for-Profit Accounting

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Art & Design

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 16, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level