Accountant, Assurance and Accounting (Contract)

ACCA Careers; Kincardine; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Assurance & Accounting team as an Accountant for a 4-month contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by providing tailored financial information to clients. You will engage in various accounting tasks, including audits and bookkeeping, while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and personal growth. With a focus on high-potential earnings and a balanced lifestyle, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a leading national accounting firm. Embrace the chance to thrive in a culture that celebrates innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Vacation time

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Exclusive access to perks and discounts

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, bookkeeping, and tax engagements for clients.
• Prepare financial statements and reports to summarize client status.
• Collaborate with client engagement teams and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Tax Software

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration

CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

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 Assurance & Accounting team as an Accountant for a 4 month contract from January to April. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide comprehensive, tailored financial information that enables clients to make informed decisions with confidence.

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

1. Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping, and tax engagements
2. Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses; manage multiple files simultaneously and conduct inventory counts
3. Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, capital asset acquisition and disposition, and payroll walk-through with clients
4. Summarize clients’ current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements, and other relevant reports
5. Assess appropriateness of audit evidence for expenses, revenues, capital asset additions, accounts payable, accounts receivable and prepaid expenses
6. Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
7. Establish charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts
8. Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
9. Collaborate with client engagement team and build relationships with client contacts
10. Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
2. Enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
3. 2 to 3 years of relevant accounting experience
4. Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
5. Experience working with accounting and tax software is preferred

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, voluntary savings products, 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!

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!

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.