Senior Accountant, Cross Border Individual Tax

Mnp Llp; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Senior Accountant in Cross Border Individual Tax. This role is perfect for those passionate about making an impact through tailored tax strategies while navigating complex regulatory frameworks. You will work closely with clients, providing expert advice on U.S. and Canadian tax matters, while also leading a team of professionals. MNP fosters a culture of empowerment and growth, offering a range of rewards including competitive pay, professional development, and a supportive work environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and embrace new challenges, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Generous Base Pay

Vacation Time

4 Paid Personal Days

Group Pension Plan with 4% Matching

Flexible Benefits

Mental Health Resources

Professional Development Assistance

Firm Sponsored Social Events

Exclusive Access to Perks and Discounts

Flexible 'Dress For Your Day' Environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration preferred.
• Completion of CPA designation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and Canadian individual income tax return preparation.
• Advise on Canadian and U.S. individual income tax policy and changes.
• Lead engagement teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Public Accounting Experience

Tax Compliance Knowledge

CPA Designation

Accounting Software Proficiency

Cross-Border Tax Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Business Administration

Completion of CPA Designation

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Senior Accountant, Cross Border Individual Tax

Job Category: Tax

Requisition Number: SENIO012010

Posted: December 11, 2024

Location: Abbotsford, BC V2S2A8, CAN

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 on our Cross Border Individual Tax team as a Senior Accountant. This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide tax advice on domestic and foreign assignments that empowers client organizations and their employees to maintain regulatory compliance and mitigate risk.

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

• Manage U.S. and combined U.S.-Canadian individual income tax return preparation for U.S. citizens living in Canada, U.S. residents working in Canada, and Canadians working and investing in the U.S.
• Assist in cross-border income tax and estate planning
• Deliver industry and technical expertise relating to Canadian and U.S. individual income tax, social security, and international tax treaties through client interactions, reports, technical work, management presentations, and high-quality deliverables
• Participate in expatriate policy design and implementation
• Advise on Canadian and U.S. individual income tax policy and tax changes
• Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies, and discuss with managers or engagement partners to develop resolutions
• Correspond with clients and various government agencies to address client tax compliance issues
• Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries, and presentations outlining engagement findings
• Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality, and deadlines
• Lead engagement teams, developing effective relationships with clients while coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred)
• Completion of a CPA designation; completion of CFE examination and working towards relevant practical experience requirements will also be considered
• 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience
• Working knowledge of Canadian and U.S. individual and income tax
• Experience working with accounting and tax software

MyRewards@MNP

MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle. 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!

The annual salary range for this position is $74,000 - $86,000. Individual compensation is commensurate with skill set, relevant experience, and education.

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!