Articling Accountant, Indigenous Services (January or September 2026)

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

Job summary

A national accounting firm located in Nanaimo is seeking an Accountant for their Indigenous Services team. The role involves providing expertise to empower Indigenous communities, with responsibilities including financial reporting and auditing. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is eager to develop technical skills. This position offers a competitive salary of $51,500 and various employee 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

• Must have a bachelor’s in commerce or business administration focused on accounting.
• Previous accounting office experience is an asset.
• Experience working with First Nations Communities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping, and tax.
• Set-up files for new clients and manage multiple files.
• Summarize financial status by preparing balance sheets and profit/loss statements.

Skills

Technical skills in compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping, tax

Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, ASPE

Customer service experience

Experience with First Nations Communities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration with a focus in accounting

Completion of CPA PEP prerequisites

Tools

Accounting and 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 Assurance & Accounting team as an Accountant within our Indigenous Services with possible start dates in January or September 2026. This diverse team of professionals works with more than 250 Indigenous peoples, groups and organizations across Canada and shares a passion for learning and understanding their history, culture and contribution to our country. As a trusted advisor, you'll provide expertise to empower Indigenous communities, organizations, businesses and individuals in navigating a dynamic social, political and economic environment. This is a position with travel to various First Nations communities in BC.

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 a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration with a focus in accounting
• Completion of prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) upon commencement of employment
• Previous accounting related office experience is considered an asset
• Experience working with First Nations Communities 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
  
  
  

Vancouver Island@MNP

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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!

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