Accountant, Assurance and Accounting (Contract)

MNP; Kincardine; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm as an Accountant in the Assurance & Accounting team. This exciting 4-month contract role offers the chance to make a significant impact by providing tailored financial services to clients. You'll engage in various accounting tasks, from audits to financial reporting, while working alongside a diverse team dedicated to excellence. The company fosters a culture of growth and inclusivity, providing ample opportunities for professional development and a balanced lifestyle. If you are passionate about accounting and eager to contribute to a thriving organization, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Vacation time

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

Firm-sponsored social events

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience required.
• Knowledge of GAAP, SEC, and IFRS is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, bookkeeping, and tax engagements for clients.
• Prepare financial statements and assess audit evidence.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Financial Reporting

Tax Engagements

Bookkeeping

Client Relationship Management

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.