CPA Articling Accountant, U.S. Corporate Tax (Jan 2026)

ENGINEERINGUK; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and entrepreneurial team as a CPA Articling Accountant, where you will develop crucial skills in U.S. Corporate Tax. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse tax strategies within a supportive environment that values innovation and personal growth. You'll engage with clients, tackle complex tax issues, and contribute to impactful solutions that minimize tax liabilities. With a strong commitment to diversity and employee well-being, this firm provides a rewarding culture that fosters professional development and work-life balance. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the accounting field, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Generous base pay

Vacation time

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Voluntary savings products

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is preferred.
• Working towards CPA qualifications or IRS Enrolled Agent designation.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in corporate tax compliance and accounting.
• Research tax-related issues and prepare tax returns for clients.
• Collaborate with client engagement teams and build client relationships.

Skills

Corporate income tax compliance

Tax accounting

Tax research and writing

Accounting principles

IRS Enrolled Agent designation

Accounting and tax software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration

Tools

Accounting software

Tax software

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CPA Articling Accountant, U.S. Corporate Tax (Jan 2026)

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 U.S. Corporate Tax team as a CPA Articling Accountant starting in January 2026. This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As a trusted advisor, you’ll deliver innovative, strategic plans that address clients’ cross-border needs and minimize tax liability.

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 1 PDF document. The deadline to apply is Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 11:59PM MST.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in areas such as corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, tax research and writing.
• Develop and apply knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, bilateral income tax treaties and related legislation.
• Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, manage multiple files simultaneously and conduct inventory counts.
• Research various tax related issues and conclude on their potential implications.
• Collect and analyze relevant financial and tax data.
• Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports.
• Establish charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts.
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns for various types of entities.
• 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

• Successfully obtained, or working towards, a Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred).
• Working towards all necessary qualifications to write the U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exams (or completion of, or willingness to work towards, an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Enrolled Agent designation if not pursuing a U.S. CPA).
• Previous tax or accounting related office experience is considered an asset.
• Experience working with, or exposure to, 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. 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!