Senior Accountant/Designated Professional, Assurance and Accounting - Audit

MNP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national accounting firm in Edmonton is seeking a dedicated professional with CPA designation and 2-4 years of public accounting experience. In this role, you'll conduct audits and bookkeeping, manage client files, and prepare financial reports. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of GAAP and proficiency in accounting software. Join a thriving team where growth and opportunities abound, along with a comprehensive rewards program ensuring your well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Health and dental benefits

Professional development assistance

Wellness subsidy

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Successful completion of CPA designation and CFE examination.
• 2 to 4 years relevant public accounting experience.
• Extensive knowledge of GAAP and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements.
• Set up files for new clients and manage multiple files.
• Summarize financial status by preparing reports.

Skills

CPA designation

Public accounting experience

Knowledge of GAAP

Experience with accounting software

Business development principles

Education

Completion of CFE examination

Relevant practice experience requirements

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Details

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.

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; successful completion of the CFE examination and working towards relevant practice experience requirements will also be considered
• 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience
• Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Experience working with accounting and tax software
• Understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles

MyRewards@MNP

More than a paycheque, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards for our team members. With a focus on health and wealth, we provide an extensive list of benefits that support our unique culture and foster work-life integration.

Our MyRewards@MNP program offers benefits that allow you to thrive at work and outside of the office. Be rewarded with generous paid time off including 4 personal days, firm sponsored social events, a group pension plan with 4% matching contribution, voluntary savings products, bonus program eligibility, a wellness subsidy, health and dental benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, learning opportunities through MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment and more!

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