Senior Accountant, Tax

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

Job summary

A leading national accounting firm in Canada seeks a professional to manage tax engagements and guide clients in compliance. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, relevant public accounting experience, and ideally be pursuing a CPA designation. The firm prides itself on a rewarding work culture, offering competitive pay, flexible benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. We celebrate diversity and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply.

Benefits

Generous base pay

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Voluntary savings products

Professional development assistance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience.
• Completion of, or working towards a CPA designation.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act.

Responsibilities

• Complete tax engagements and prepare tax returns.
• Set up files for new clients and incorporated businesses.
• Evaluate business processes and advise on tax changes.
• Investigate discrepancies and discuss resolutions with teams.
• Correspond with clients on tax compliance issues.
• Lead engagement teams and mentor junior members.

Skills

Experience with accounting and tax software

Understanding of the Canadian Income Tax Act

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration

CPA designation or relevant practical experience

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.

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!

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!

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.