Senior Accountant, Tax

MNP; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Bonus programs

Professional development assistance

Flexible benefits

Job summary

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada, offering competitive compensation and a culture focused on growth. The role involves completing tax engagements, advising on tax planning and coordinating with client teams across engagements.

The position supports ongoing CPA progression, requires 2–4 years of public accounting or tax experience, and includes opportunities to travel as needed within Canada.

Qualifications

• Completion of, or working towards, 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 the Canadian Income Tax Act
• Experience working with accounting and tax software

Responsibilities

• Complete tax engagements by computing taxes owed and preparing personal and corporate tax returns
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Advise on policy and tax changes and develop proactive tax strategies
• Identify issues and discuss resolutions with managers
• Prepare correspondence, technical reports and client summaries outlining findings
• Lead engagement teams and mentor junior staff

Skills

Tax accounting

Client communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration

CPA designation / working towards

Tools

Accounting software

Tax software

Job description

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

• Responsible for the completion of tax engagements by computing taxes owed, preparing personal and corporate tax returns (and other compliance slips), preparing year-end tax forms (T4s/T5s), calculating and reviewing share capital
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Evaluate existing business processes and policies and advise on policy and tax changes; developing proactive tax strategies that make effective use of business opportunities and ensure businesses are run effectively
• 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, facts and highlights
• 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 is preferred)
• Completion of, or working towards, 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 the Canadian Income Tax Act
• Experience working with accounting and tax software

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!

The annual salary range for this position is: $65,000 – $95,000

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!