Bookkeeper

MNP; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national accounting firm is seeking an Accounting Technician to join their Assurance & Accounting team. You will assist with bookkeeping and tax engagements, prepare government filings, and maintain GL accounts. Ideal candidates will have an accounting certificate or a bachelor’s degree, experience in bookkeeping, and a knowledge of tax regulations. This role offers generous base pay and a variety of employee rewards including professional development.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Vacation time

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Voluntary savings products

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Assist with bookkeeping, compilation, review, audit, and tax engagements.
• Prepare and maintain government remittances/filings.
• Maintain, monitor and reconcile GL accounts.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the client engagement team.
• Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies.
• Communicate with the government regarding information requests.

Skills

Entry level to 2 years of relevant bookkeeping/accounting experience

Experience preparing T4s and T5s

Knowledge of personal and corporate tax

Working knowledge of basic accounting principles

Experience working with accounting and tax software

Education

Accounting certificate or bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration

Job description

Overview

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 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

• Assist with bookkeeping, compilation, review, audit, and tax engagements
• 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
• Perform the month-end and quarter-end close process
• Maintain, monitor and reconcile GL accounts including 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 the government regarding information requests, assessments and installments
• Work collaboratively with the client engagement team
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills And Experience

• Accounting certificate or bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is considered an asset)
• Entry level to 2 years of relevant bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Experience preparing T4s and T5s and knowledge of personal and corporate tax is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and processes is considered an asset
• Experience working with accounting and tax software is considered an asset

Rewards and Diversity

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!