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Winchesters’ Contract Finance and Accounting

Winchesters is excited to announce that Eric Synowicki has joined our team to focus on Finance & Accounting - Contract, Temporary or Interim roles. For the last nine years, Winchesters has specialized in Finance and Accounting recruitment. We are delighted to continue expanding our team into this thriving market. Eric will recruit for temporary accounting roles, including Senior Accountant, Controller, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll to name a few. Working under the leadership of Paul Young and Elan Van [...]

September 8, 2023

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Busy Season is Less Taxing with Smaller Firms

Busy Season is Less Taxing with Smaller Firms The tax season can be one of the most challenging times of the year for tax professionals. The high volume of work, excessive hours, and tight deadlines can lead to stress and burnout. This year's tax season was especially busy due to a combination of factors, including staff shortages and a CRA strike. If you are in tax and are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out from a particularly challenging busy season, now [...]

May 10, 2023

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Summer Is For Travel, Not Job Hunts

As we enter Q2 and tax season draws to a close in the next couple of months, it's a great time to start thinking about new job opportunities. It is still a busy time right now but the market shifts quickly, and taking the time to explore your options can help you get ahead of the market and position yourself for the future. With the long hours and extra work, the end of tax season seems distant. You are probably [...]

March 27, 2023

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Gridlock Fumes and Streetcar Blues – Are You Ready To Commute Again?

As we approach the three-year anniversary of the onset of COVID19 workplace regulations, the tides have begun to change when it comes to workplace flexibility. The days of the full week, onsite work model seem like an antiquated relic of the past. However, with health and safety protocols being lifted and the return to pre-pandemic behavior in other facets of our lives, the inevitable debate of returning to the office has become more prevalent. What will that look like [...]

March 8, 2023

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Temporary Workers: a way to prevent team burnout in procurement

A study was conducted this year stating that almost 4 in 10 Canadian employees are experiencing an increased burnout due to work. The survey questioned more than 500 professionals in Canada, 38% of participants claimed they felt more burned out compared to a year ago. These statistics suggest that taking effective measures to help employees cope with feeling stressed and overwhelmed by their jobs is important. This not only provides a healthier work environment and culture but will also [...]

August 23, 2022