Co-op Accountant – Assurance, Tax & Client Solutions

Mnp; Thunder Bay; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group pension plan with 4% matching

4 paid personal days

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Job summary

MNP in Thunder Bay is seeking a Co-op Accountant for January to April 2027 to prepare tax returns, assist with audits and bookkeeping, and support client engagements. You will set up client files, reconcile accounts, and collaborate with the team on budgets and planning.

The role offers exposure to government filings, payroll processing, and advisory work within a growing Canadian accounting firm. This is a temporary co-op opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Working towards an accounting certificate or bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration.
• Entry level to 2 years of relevant 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.

Responsibilities

• Completion of personal and corporate tax returns and responding to related CRA requests for information
• Assist with compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping 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
• 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

Skills

Customer service

Education

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

Tools

Accounting software

Tax software

Job description

MNP in Thunder Bay is seeking a Co-op Accountant for January to April 2027 to prepare tax returns, assist with audits and bookkeeping, and support client engagements. You will set up client files, reconcile accounts, and collaborate with the team on budgets and planning.

The role offers exposure to government filings, payroll processing, and advisory work within a growing Canadian accounting firm. This is a temporary co-op opportunity in a dynamic environment.