Intern or Co-op Student, Assurance and Accounting (Winter 2028)

Mnp Llp; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial, our empowered teams help clients succeed in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Join our Assurance & Accounting team as an Intern, with Winter 2028 opportunities in Courtenay on Vancouver Island. You will develop technical skills in audits, bookkeeping and tax while supporting multiple client engagements and

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred).
• Working toward 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in areas such as: compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping and tax.
• Develop and apply knowledge of IFRS, GAAP and/or ASPE.
• Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, manage multiple files 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 sheets, profit and loss statements and other 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 development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes using internal programs and systems.
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary.

Skills

Accounting software

Customer service

Office experience

CPA prerequisites

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration

Job description

Intern or Co-op Student, Assurance and Accounting (Winter 2028)

Job Category: Assurance & Accounting

Requisition Number: INTER018081

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Full-Time

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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. 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.

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

• 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

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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, MNP University, a flexible Dress For Your Day environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

The annual salary for this position is $46,000.

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!