Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.
Make an impact with our Tax team as a Senior Accountant. This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As a trusted advisor, you’ll design solutions for clients that meet compliance and reporting requirements, minimize risk, drive efficiencies and maximize returns.
MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the completion of tax outsourcing engagement by supporting Public and Private companies in their application of tax accounting under IFRS, US GAAP, ASPE.
- Responsible for the completion of tax engagements by computing taxes owed, preparing corporate and personal tax returns (and other compliance slips), preparing year-end tax forms (T4s/T5s/NR4s), calculating and reviewing share capital and ensuring compliance and government standards are met.
- Develop and apply knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and related legislation
- Correspond with clients and various government agencies to address tax compliance issues
- Work with client and tax team to develop and implement tax planning and tax minimization strategy engagements.
- Develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s services, businesses and industry
- Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
- Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities
- Liaise and correspond professionally with clients, colleagues and the firm leadership team
- Promote regular attendance, balanced lifestyle and high standard of team wellness
- Attend internal MNP courses to further develop accounting and assurance knowledge
- Prepare basic tax reorganizations including engagement planning, the collection of data, the development of step plans and building direct client relationships
- Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
- Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary
Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
- Completion of, or working towards, a CPA designation; completion of CFE examination and working towards relevant practical experience requirements will also be considered
- 1 to 3 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience
- Experience in the preparation of domestic tax compliance as well as research and documentation of tax issues
- Experience working with, or exposure to, accounting and tax software such as Caseware, TaxCycle, Quickbooks and Simply Accounting is preferred
- Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act
- Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
MyRewards@MNP
With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!
The salary range for this position is $57,000 - $86,000.
Diversity@MNP
We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!
