Accountant

Accountant

(Full Time Permanent)

If you’re someone who thrives on organization, accuracy, and being the person others rely on to keep the numbers right, and a mindset for company growth. this is your role.

We’re hiring an Accountant to support the financial operations across Geller’s Design Build Landscape and Shelmerdine Garden Center. This role is split evenly between both organizations and plays a key part in ensuring financial accuracy, maintaining compliance, and keeping day-to-day accounting functions running smoothly.

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working in the details, takes pride in clean and reliable financials, and values being a trusted partner to both internal teams and external advisors.

Split of focus: 50% Geller’s Design Build Landscape | 50% Shelmerdine Garden Center

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health and dental benefits with RRSP matching
• Stability & Growth: Join two well-established, growing local businesses
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and exposure to multiple business units
• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams
• Dynamic Environment: Fast-moving, team-oriented workplace
• Hybrid Office: A flexible work from home option 
• In Store Discounts: Employee discounts applicable at Shelmerdine Garden Center
• CPA Support / Professional Development: Support for employees pursuing their CPA designation available as part of our professional development program. This can include partial reimbursement of CPA program costs, such as module fees, annual program dues, and registration fees.

What You’ll Own: 

• GST & PST filings across both Geller’s and Shelmerdine, ensuring accurate and timely monthly and quarterly submissions
• Preparation and coordination of year-end tax packages, acting as the primary liaison with our third-party accounting firm and ensuring a smooth year-end process
• Maintenance of accurate and compliant financial records in alignment with GAAP standards
• Execution of month-end close processes, including detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigation of variances
• Oversight of accounts payable and receivable functions, supporting and guiding the team to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and strong financial controls
• Active participation in payroll administration, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with internal processes
• Preparation of audit materials and supporting documentation, ensuring readiness and organization throughout audit processes
• Creation and maintenance of core financial reporting, including balance sheets and profit & loss statements, providing clear visibility into business performance
• Contribution to inventory management discussions, bringing a financial lens to operational decision-making
• Participation in leadership meetings as needed, providing reliable financial insights and context to support decision-making
• Development and administration of profit vs. budget reporting, helping track performance and identify opportunities or gaps
• Ongoing monitoring of weekly cash flow, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to support strong financial health

What We’re Looking For:

• 3–5+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a full-cycle or multi-entity environment
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Diploma or Bachelor’s degree required)
• CPA designation not required, but CPA coursework or intention to pursue is considered a strong asset
• Solid understanding of core accounting principles (GAAP) and experience applying them in day-to-day work
• Experience managing or supporting month-end close, including reconciliations and financial reporting
• Comfort working with external accounting firms, auditors, and tax processes
• Experience supporting or overseeing AP/AR and payroll functions
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and accountability
• Ability to manage priorities across two businesses and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Quickbooks and Excel (ability to work with reports, formulas, and data confidently)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and explain financial information clearly
• A proactive, dependable mindset,  someone who takes ownership and follows through

https://shelmerdine.com/

https://gellerswinnipeg.ca/