Accounting Technician, Tax

MNP; Kingston; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous base pay

Vacation time

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan (4% matching)

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

MNP University

Job summary

MNP in Kingston, Ontario is seeking an Accounting Technician to join our Tax team. You will assist with tax engagements, prepare personal and corporate returns, and support year-end filings while delivering accurate compliance work.

You will set up new client files, perform bookkeeping, review documents, and interact with clients and government agencies. Travel flexibility is expected as needed; a post-secondary accounting credential and knowledge of Canadian tax law are assets.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in accounting or another relevant field.
• Experience in accounting, customer service and/or client service is preferred.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in completing tax engagements by computing taxes owed and preparing personal and corporate tax returns.
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses.
• Prepare journal entries and provide bookkeeping services.
• Review articles of incorporation, purchase and amalgamation agreements.
• Identify issues and discuss resolutions with managers or engagement partners.
• Correspond with clients and government agencies on tax compliance issues.
• Prepare correspondence, technical reports and client summaries outlining findings and highlights.
• Work collaboratively with the client engagement team.
• Maintain flexibility to travel as necessary.

Skills

Accounting

Client service

Tax preparation

Canadian tax act

Accounting software

Tax software

Education

Post-secondary accounting degree or certificate

Tools

Accounting software

Tax 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 Tax team as an Accounting Technician. 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

• Assist in the completion of tax engagements by computing taxes owed, preparing personal and corporate tax returns (and other compliance slips), preparing year-end tax forms (T4s and T5s), calculating and reviewing share capital
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Prepare journal entries and provide bookkeeping services
• Review legal documents such as articles of incorporation, purchase agreements and amalgamation agreements
• Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies and discuss with managers or engagement partners to develop resolutions
• Correspond with clients and various government agencies to address client tax compliance issues
• Assist in the preparation of correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
• Work collaboratively with the client engagement team
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills And Experience

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in accounting or another relevant field
• Experience in an accounting, customer service and/or client service environment is preferred
• Experience in financial statement analysis and preparation of tax returns is considered an asset
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act
• Experience working with accounting and tax software is considered an asset

• 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 $40,000 - $60,000.

Future/Current Opportunity: Current

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!