Accounting Technician

MNP; Montreal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join MNP's Accounting team as an Accounting Technician, where you'll play a vital role in providing tailored financial information to clients. This position involves preparing remittances, maintaining accounts, and assisting with budgeting while developing a strong understanding of our services. Enjoy a culture of diversity and a rewarding compensation package that includes generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous base pay

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Entry level to 4 years of accounting-related experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Experience preparing T4s and T5s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain government remittances and payroll transactions.
• Perform month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Communicate directly with clients to develop relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Accounting knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

Accounting certificate

Tools

Quickbooks

TaxPrep

Caseware

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details

Description

Make an impact with our Accounting team as an Accounting Technician. 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

• Prepare and maintain government remittances/filings, accounts receivable, expenses, accounts payable and payroll transactions
• Set-up client files, assist with the completion of budgets and complete administrative planning and other aspects of accounting work
• Perform the month-end and quarter-end close process
• Maintain, monitor and reconcile GL accounts, including but not limited to cash, bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued liabilities, intercompany and point of sale (POS)/system uploads
• Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies and discuss with managers or engagement partners to develop resolutions
• Communicate with governments regarding information requests, assessments and installments.
• Communicate with suppliers and review contracts
• Communicate directly with clients and their representative.
• Work with accounting software and provide support to clients
• Develop and maintain relationships with client management
• Develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s services, businesses and industry
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Raise awareness of MNP at community events
• Attend internal MNP courses to further develop your accounting and assurance knowledge

Skills and Experience

• Completion of an Accounting certificate or Administration (Accounting or Finance major considered an asset)
• Entry level to 4 years of accounting related experience
• Working knowledge of trial balances, general ledger (GL) databases, financial statement close processes and accounting matters is beneficial
• Experience in preparing T4s and T5s and knowledge of personal and corporate tax is preferred
• Understanding of payroll, bookkeeping and record keeping practices on manual and computerized system(s) is considered an asset
• Experience working with, or exposure to, accounting and tax software such as, Quickbooks, TaxPrep, and Caseware
• Knowledge of Investment accounting and working knowledge of Write-Up.
• Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong written and oral communication skills

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!

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.