Articling Accountant, Assurance and Accounting (January or September 2026)

MNP; Victoria; On-site; CAD 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Assurance & Accounting team as an Articling Accountant, where you will develop your technical skills and make a significant impact on clients' financial decisions. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team dedicated to excellence in a rapidly changing business landscape. You will engage in various accounting tasks, from audits to tax preparations, while building strong relationships with clients. This innovative firm fosters a culture of empowerment and entrepreneurial spirit, making it an exciting place to grow your career. If you're ready to take your first step into the accounting profession, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Experience with accounting software and client service is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in audits, bookkeeping, and tax.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for clients.
• Collaborate with client engagement teams and manage multiple files.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Customer Service

Financial Reporting

Tax Preparation

Bookkeeping

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Business Administration

CPA Professional Education Program Prerequisites

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 Articling Accountant with possible start dates in January or September 2026. 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.

When applying, please submit your resume, cover letter, transcript and other applicable forms, as necessary, in 1 document.

The posting will be open until filled. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed as received.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in areas such as: compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping and tax
• Develop and apply knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)
• 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 in a professional manner
• Summarize 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
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes while effectively using MNP internal programs and systems
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Completion of, or working towards, a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
• Completion of, or working towards, prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) upon commencement of employment
• Previous accounting related office experience is considered an asset
• Customer service and/or client service experience is considered an asset
• Experience working with accounting and tax software is considered an asset

The annual salary for this position is: $51,500.

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