Accountant, Assurance and Accounting (September 2027)

ACCA Careers; Kingston; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous base pay and benefits

Vacation time

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Bonus programs and flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Job summary

MNP, proudly Canadian, invites applications for an Accountant in its Assurance & Accounting team. You will provide tailored financial information to help clients make informed decisions in a dynamic business landscape, acting as a trusted advisor while supporting a growing national practice.

The role involves compiling, reviewing, auditing, and tax engagements for diverse clients, with exposure to GAAP, IFRS and SEC standards. Travel flexibility is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred).
• Enrolled in CPA Professional Education Program (PEP).
• 0 to 1 year of relevant accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, SEC and IFRS.
• Experience with accounting software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements.
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses; manage multiple files and perform inventory counts.
• Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, asset acquisition/disposition and payroll walkthroughs with clients.
• Summarize clients’ financial status by preparing balance sheets, P&L and related reports.
• Assess audit evidence for expenses, revenues, assets and payables; investigate discrepancies.
• Establish charts of accounts and prepare posting entries; draft reports and client summaries.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Accounting software experience

Finance knowledge

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred)

Enrolled in CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)

Job description

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.

Job Details

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. 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

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

Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
• Enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
• 0 to 1 year of relevant accounting experience
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• 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, 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 annual salary range for this position is $45,000 - $65,000.

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!