Co-op Accountant (January 2026)

MNP; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Co-op Accountant to join their Assurance & Accounting team. This role is perfect for those pursuing a degree in commerce or business administration, particularly with a focus on accounting or finance. You'll develop essential skills in financial reporting, auditing, and bookkeeping while working closely with clients to provide tailored financial advice. The company fosters a culture of innovation and teamwork, making it an exciting opportunity to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact in the accounting field. Join a team that values flexibility, creativity, and collaboration.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Firm Sponsored Social Events

Bonus Program Eligibility

Learning Opportunities through MNP University

Flexible Dress Code

Qualifications

• Working towards a degree in commerce or business administration.
• Experience with accounting and tax software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in audits, bookkeeping, and tax.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for clients.
• Collaborate with client engagement teams to build relationships.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Customer Service

Financial Reporting

Tax Software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce

Prerequisites for CPA PEP

Tools

Accounting Software

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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 a Co-op Accountant. This diverse team of professionals is 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.

This opportunity is for a Co-op term, beginning January 2026 until April 2026.

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

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.

MyRewards@MNP

More than a paycheque, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards for our team members. With a focus on health and wealth, we provide an extensive list of benefits that support our unique culture and foster work-life integration.

Our MyRewards@MNP program offers benefits that allow you to thrive at work and outside of the office. Be rewarded with generous paid time off, firm sponsored social events, bonus program eligibility, exclusive access to perks and discounts, learning opportunities through MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment and more!

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Accounting

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