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Business, Finance and Administration

Accountant
Accounting Clerk
Conference and Event Planner
Customer Service/Information Clerk
Customer Services Representative - Financial Services
Executive Assistant
Financial Planner/Investment Counsellor
General Office Clerk
Human Resources Specialist
Insurance Claims Adjuster/Investigator
Insurance Underwriter
Loan Officer
Mail/Postal Clerk
Medical Secretary
Purchasing Agent
Receptionist
Recruitment Officer
Secretary
Shipper and Receiver
Survey Interviewer

Job Information

Accountant (NOC 1111)

Employed - 5,830. Large employers, governments, accounting firms, self-employed.

Job Description

Prepare, analyze and verify reports that furnish financial and related business information. Give financial advice. Plan, set up and administer accounting systems.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$35,400 / $55,000

Training & Education Routes

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Manitoba, Certified General Accountants Association of Manitoba, or Certified Management Accountants of Manitoba. Completion of university or college business administration program preferred.

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Accounting Clerk (NOC 1431)

Employed - 6,300. All industries. Concentrated in banks, insurance companies, wholesalers, retail stores, governments.

Job Description

Keep records of sales and payments of an establishment, by computer or by written records. Accounting clerks may specialize in payroll, accounts payable, or billing. Calculate, prepare and process bills, invoices, accounts payables and receivables, budgets and other financial records.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$24,960 / $35,000

Training & Education Routes

ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALSW, ATEC, ATI, CDI, HC, PVPS, RC, YC, NIAT
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Conference and Event Planner (NOC 1226)

Employed - 430. Tourism associations, convention and conference centres, trade and professional associations, hotels, self-employed.

Job Description

Plan, organize and co-ordinate conferences, conventions, meetings, trade shows, weddings and other events. Organize registration of participants, prepare programs and other materials, publicize events.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$21,800 / $39,000

Training & Education Routes

UM, UW, ACC, ETP, RRC, HC, PVPS
Manitoba Tourism Education Council

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Customer Service/ Information Clerk (NOC 1453)

Employed - 7,265. Retail, hospitality, utility companies in private and public sectors, call centres, banks.

Job Description

Answer inquiries from customers and investigate complaints regarding company goods and services. Provide information to public regarding products, services, rates and policies.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$21,460 / $33,300

Training & Education Routes

RRC, ALB, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ASAP, CDI, HC, MCCA
On-the-job training
May need specific industry or subject matter training.

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Customer Services Representative - Financial Services (NOC 1433)

Employed - 3285. Banks, trust companies, credit unions.

Job Description

Process customer deposits, withdrawals, cheques transfers, bills and other banking transationcs. Provide customer services such as opening accounts and saving plans. Sell travellers' cheques, foreign currency and money orders. Balance daily transactions.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$22,880 / $28,400

Training & Education Routes

ACC, RRC, PVPS, RC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

On-the-job training.
Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS.

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Executive Assistant (NOC 1222)

Employed - 960. Governments, corporations and associations.

Job Description

Perform a variety of administrative duties in support of managers and company executives. Conduct research, prepare correspondence, reports, minutes, invoices and related material. Schedule appointments and meetings. Arrange travel schedules and make reservations.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,200 / $41,400

Training & Education Routes

ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, YC, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ALSW, ATI, CDI, HC, PVPS, RC
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS, WTC

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Financial Planner/ Investment Counsellor (NOC 1114)

Employed - 1,745. Banks, trust companies, credit unions, investment firms, self-employed.

Job Description

Identify clients' financial goals and objectives, analyze financial records, develop financial plans for clients. May also arrange for sale of financial products and investments.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$33,800 / $55,200

Training & Education Routes

BU, CUSB, UM, UW, ACC, RRC, UCN, YC
Canadian Securities Institute, Canadian Institute of Financial Planning, Canadian Association of Financial Planners, Financial Advisors Association of Canada

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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General Office Clerk (NOC 1411)

Employed - 10,535. Offices throughout the public and private sectors.

Job Description

Record and process information. Prepare correspondence, reports, and other materials using word-processing or other computer software. Answer telephones and inquiries. Operate photocopiers, fax machines and perform other clerical activities.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$24,200 / $33,500

Training & Education Routes

ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, YC, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ALSW, ATEC, ATI, CDI, HC, PVPS, RC
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS, WTC

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Human Resources Specialist (NOC 1121)

Employed - 1,645. Offices throughout the public and private sectors.

Job Description

Develop and implement hiring policies, programs and procedures. Provide advice to managers and employers on personnel matters. May set pay and benefits, negotiate collective agreements, and deal with employee grievances.

Job Outlook

Very Good

Starting/Average Wage

$40,000 / $55,000

Training & Education Routes

CMU, CUSB, UM, UW, ACC, RRC, PVPS, WCST
University degree or college diploma

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Insurance Claims Adjuster/ Investigator (NOC 1233)

Employed - 1240. Private and public insurance companies and adjusters. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Investigate insurance damage or loss claims. Determine the amount of the damage or loss and whether the policy holder is covered for the losses. Administer claim settlements.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$27,500 / $45,000

Training & Education Routes

On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Insurance Underwriter (NOC 1234)

Employed - 480. Insurance companies.

Job Description

Review and evaluate insurance applications for health, life and other insurance risks. Establish programs and approve sale of insurance policies. Ensure government compliance.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$30,200 / $44,100

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN
University degree or college diploma. Financial Advisors Association of Canada, Insurance Institute of Manitoba, Life Office Management Association

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Loan Officer (NOC 1232)

Employed - 1375. Banks, trust companies, credit unions, finance companies.

Job Description

Interview customers who apply for loans or credit, and evaluate their financial and credit status and their ability to repay the loans.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$26,500 / $45,200

Training & Education Routes

BU, UM, UW, CMU, CUSB, ACC, RRC, UCN
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, ShC, SVRS

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Mail/Postal Clerk (NOC 1461)

Employed - 1,585. Post offices, courier and parcel express services, large companies. PT.

Job Description

Sort mail according to destination. May operate sorting machines. Bundle, label and route mail for delivery. Search directories for correct addresses and postal codes.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$21,900 / $36,000

Training & Education Routes

On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Medical Secretary (NOC 1243)

Employed - 370. Physician offices, hospitals, medical clinics. PT.

Job Description

Schedule and confirm medical appointments. Prepare medical records, reports, case histories and correspondence using a variety of computer software. Initiate and maintain confidential medical files and records. May also complete insurance and other claim forms, order supplies and maintain inventory.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$22,900 / $31,700

Training & Education Routes

ACC, RRC, ALB, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ATI, CDI, HC, RC

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
One 40S or 40G level Science preferred
WTC

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Purchasing Agent (NOC 1225)

Employed - 875. Firms of medium or large size. Mostly in wholesale and large retail stores, government offices.

Job Description

Purchase the goods, materials, supplies and services required to operate a business. Determine requirements, arrange prices and delivery.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$31,000 / $49,700

Training & Education Routes

BU, CMU, CUSB, UM, UW, ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, PVPS
Purchasing Management Association of Canada
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Receptionist (NOC 1414)

Employed - 5,360. All industries.

Job Description

Receive visitors, clients or customers and direct them according to the purpose of their visit, provide information, schedule appointments. May answer telephones.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$21,000 / $29,700

Training & Education Routes

ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ALSW, ATC, ATI, CDI, HC, PVPS, RC, YC
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
WTC

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Recruitment Officer (NOC 1223)

Employed - 525. All industries.

Job Description

Identify staffing requirements, post notices and advertisements. Collect and screen applications. Co-ordinate and participate in selection process. May interview candidates. Implement layoffs or other termination of employment.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$31,400 / $50,300

Training & Education Routes

BU, CMU, CUSB, UM, UW, ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, PVPS, WCST
University degree or college diploma

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS

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Secretary (NOC 1241)

Employed - 7,350. All industries.

Job Description

Prepare correspondence, reports, minutes, invoices and related material using word-processing or computer software. Schedule appointments and meetings. Arrange travel schedules and make reservations. Answer telephone enquiries and relay calls. Open and distribute incoming mail. Maintain records management system.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$22,880 / $33,300

Training & Education Routes

ACC, ETP, RRC, UCN, YC, ALB, ALD, ALN, ALS, ALSL, ALST, ALSW, ATI, CDI, HC, PVPS, RC
On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12
Business Education
ATC, RBR, SHC, SVRS, WTC

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Shipper and Receiver (NOC 1471)

Employed - 4,385. Retail stores, wholesalers, manufacturers, transportation, storage, and moving companies. Shift work. May work evenings and weekends.

Job Description

Receive and record movement of goods, determine method of shipment, prepare documentation, inspect goods, maintain computerized records.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$21,300 / $28,700

Training & Education Routes

MTC
Forklift certificate may be required. Driver's licence may be required.

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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Survey Interviewer (NOC 1454)

Employed - 1,455. Call centres, market research firms, governments. PT. Irregular hours.

Job Description

Contact individuals or businesses by telephone or in person to gather information for market research, public opinion polls, or census. Ask questions and record responses onto computer-assisted interviewing systems.

Job Outlook

Good

Starting/Average Wage

$20,260 / $27,100

Training & Education Routes

On-the-job training

High School / Technical / Vocational Programs Recommended

Grade 12

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