Senior Accountant, Indigenous Services

ENGINEERINGUK; Prince George; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Canada is seeking a Senior Accountant to provide essential services to Indigenous governments and businesses. In this role, you'll conduct audits, prepare financial statements, and guide clients while fostering relationships and mentoring junior staff. Preferred candidates will hold a CPA designation and have experience with Indigenous communities. Compensation ranges from $59,520 to $78,000 based on skills and experience, along with generous benefits and a culture of diversity.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Paid vacation time

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Firm-sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Must hold a CPA designation.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience required.
• Experience with First Nations communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping, and tax engagements.
• Summarize clients’ financial status and prepare financial statements.
• Develop effective working relationships with clients and mentor junior team members.

Skills

CPA designation

Experience with First Nations communities

Public accounting experience (2 to 4 years)

Knowledge of GAAP, SEC, IFRS

Experience with accounting and tax software

Understanding of management principles

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 Indigenous Services team as a Senior Accountant. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for Indigenous governments, businesses and entrepreneurs in Canada. With more than 250 Indigenous clients and 300 team members dedicated to this sector, no other firm has invested as much time and resources into serving the unique needs of Indigenous communities.

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
• Experience working with First Nations communities considered an asset
• 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

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!

The salary range for this position is $59,520 - $78,000. Compensation is determined based on individual skills and relevant experience.