Senior Accountant, Assurance and Accounting

MNP; Summerside; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian accounting firm is seeking a Senior Accountant in Summerside, PEI. This role requires a CPA designation and 2 to 4 years of public accounting experience. Responsibilities include conducting audits and preparing financial statements. The firm offers a competitive salary between $55,000 - $70,000 along with generous benefits and a focus on diversity.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Paid personal days

Pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Must have CPA designation.
• 2 to 4 years in public accounting.
• Experience using accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits, bookkeeping, and tax engagements.
• Manage multiple client files and inventory counts.
• Prepare financial statements and reports.

Skills

CPA designation

2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience

Extensive knowledge of GAAP

Experience with accounting and tax software

Understanding of business principles

Job description

Overview

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 PEI Assurance & Accounting team as a Senior Accountant. 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

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements
• 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
• Summarize clients’ current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements and other relevant reports
• Assess and assure 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
• Develop effective working relationships with clients while coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• CPA designation
• 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
• Experience working with accounting and tax software
• Understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles

Rewards and Diversity

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!

Salary Range for this role is between $55,000 - $70,000 based off of experience