Co-op Student, Assurance and Accounting

ACCA Careers; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A national accounting firm in Kelowna is offering a Co-op student position for January 2027 to August 2027. This role focuses on developing technical skills in various accounting areas while working closely with clients and team members. Ideal candidates should be pursuing a degree in commerce or business administration and have a strong interest in accounting. Compensation ranges from $42,000 to $46,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Generous pay

Vacation

Flexible benefits

Professional development

Social events

Qualifications

• Preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other relevant reports.
• Previous accounting-related office experience is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping, and tax.
• Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll walk-throughs with clients.
• Collaborate with client engagement team to build relationships with client contacts.

Skills

Accounting principles

Customer service skills

Technical report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred)

Prerequisites for CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)

Tools

Accounting and tax software

Job description

Job Details

Description

Inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial — this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that thrives in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as a Co-op student starting in January 2027 until August 2027 in our Kelowna office. 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.

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

Responsibilities

1. Develop technical skills in areas such as: compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping, and tax
2. Develop and apply knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and/or Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)
3. Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, manage multiple files simultaneously, and conduct inventory counts
4. Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, capital asset acquisition and disposition, and payroll walk-throughs with clients professionally
5. Summarize current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other relevant reports
6. Assess the appropriateness of audit evidence for expenses, revenues, capital asset additions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and prepaid expenses
7. Review, investigate, and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents, and reports
8. Establish charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts
9. Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries, and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts, and highlights
10. Collaborate with the client engagement team and build relationships with client contacts
11. Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes while effectively using internal programs and systems
12. Maintain flexibility to travel as necessary

Skills and Experience

1. Working towards a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred)
2. Working towards prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
3. Previous accounting-related office experience is an asset
4. Customer service and/or client service experience is an asset
5. Experience working with accounting and tax software is an asset

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP offers customized rewards supporting our culture and work-life balance. Benefits include generous pay, vacation, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive perks and discounts, professional development, MNP University, a flexible dress environment, social events, and more. The annual salary range is $42,000 - $46,000, commensurate with skills, experience, and education.

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate differences. We believe each team member’s unique gifts strengthen our business. We encourage applicants with disabilities to apply.

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