Intern, Assurance and Accounting

Mnp Llp; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous base pay

Vacation time

4 paid personal days

Group pension with 4% matching

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Perks and discounts access

Professional development assistance

MNP University

Dress For Your Day environment

Firm sponsored social events

And more!

Job summary

MNP is seeking an intern for May to August 2027 within Assurance & Accounting. You will work on compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping and tax while gaining exposure to IFRS, GAAP and ASPE in a fast-moving Canadian firm.

The role emphasizes building client relationships, contributing to financial reporting, and learning through hands-on projects with mentoring from seasoned professionals. Travel flexibility is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree with accounting/finance focus, or equivalent.
• Working towards CPA-PEP prerequisites.
• Prior accounting office experience is an asset.
• Customer service experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with accounting and tax software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills in compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping and tax.
• Apply knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and ASPE in daily work.
• Set up client files and manage multiple engagements.
• Perform AR/AP, asset movements and payroll walkthroughs for clients.
• Prepare balance sheets, P/L and related reports.
• Review financial entries and evidence for accuracy.
• Establish chart of accounts and posting entries.
• Prepare client correspondence and engagement findings.
• Collaborate with engagement team and client contacts.
• Contribute to process improvements and use of internal systems.

Skills

Academic background in accounting/fin

CPA-PEP prerequisite

Customer service experience

Accounting software experience

Education

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

Tools

Accounting software

Tax 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 Intern from May to August 2027. 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

• 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

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
• Working towards prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
• 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

• 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
• exclusive access to perks and discounts
• professional development assistance
• MNP University
• a flexible ’Dress For Your Day’ environment
• firm sponsored social events
• and more!

The hourly range for this position is: $20 - $23/hour

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!