Co-op Accountant (January 2026)

MNP; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national accounting firm in Canada is seeking an Accountant to join their Assurance & Accounting team. This role involves conducting audits, bookkeeping, and tax engagements while providing tailored financial information to clients. Ideal candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree and have 1 to 2 years of experience in accounting. The position offers a supportive culture focused on diversity and high-potential earnings.

Benefits

Customized rewards

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, SEC, and IFRS.
• Experience with accounting and tax software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping, and tax engagements.
• Summarize clients’ financial status by preparing balance sheets and statements.
• Review and correct discrepancies in financial entries and documents.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration

Enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)

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 Accountant. 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

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements
• 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
• Summarize clients’ 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
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
• Enrolled in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
• 1 to 2 years of relevant accounting experience
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Experience working with accounting and tax software is preferred

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.

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!

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