Senior Accounting Technician

Mnp Llp; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Accounting Technician and make a significant impact within a dynamic Professional Services team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in full cycle bookkeeping, financial analysis, and business advisory services. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional service while enhancing your skills in a supportive environment. With a commitment to diversity and a culture that values each team member's unique contributions, this position is ideal for those looking to thrive both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to grow and succeed in a rewarding career.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Firm-Sponsored Social Events

Group Pension Plan (4% Matching)

Bonus Program Eligibility

Wellness Subsidy

Health and Dental Benefits

Mental Health Resources

Professional Development Assistance

Learning Opportunities through MNP University

Flexible Dress Code

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a professional services firm.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with full cycle bookkeeping and payroll functions.
• Oversee billing processes and ensure timely follow-up on collections.
• Support budget preparation and conduct expense reviews.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Analysis

Bookkeeping

Cloud Accounting Software (QBO)

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Education

College Diploma in Finance

University Degree in Accounting

Degree in Economics

Degree in Business Administration

Background in Political Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a thriving culture in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Professional Services team as a Senior Accounting Technician. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As part of the team, you will play a critical role in delivering a wide range of services – from bookkeeping to financial analysis and business advisory.

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

• Assist with full cycle bookkeeping and payroll functions
• Oversee the billing process, ensuring accuracy in client invoices and adherence to billing guidelines
• Oversee outstanding accounts and ensure timely follow-up on collections to facilitate prompt payment
• Maintain, monitor and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Perform the month-end and quarter-end close process timely and accurately
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts, conduct monthly expense reviews, and implement a financially conservative approach to identify areas for cost control and strategic decision-making
• Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies, discuss with the Engagement Partner, and develop resolutions to resolve issues and errors
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Cultivate strong working relationships with clients, collaborating with accounting and administrative teams to deliver exceptional client service
• Undertake any other related or ad hoc duties assigned by the Partner, with a view to delivering optimal service and addressing the client’s specific requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Possess 3 to 5 years of experience in accounting or finance
• Experience in a professional services firm is an asset
• Hold a college diploma or university degree in finance, accounting, economics or business administration
• A background in political science through academic training or practical experience is a strong asset for this role.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with cloud accounting software such as QBO
• Strong computer literacy, including effective working skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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 the office. Be rewarded with generous paid time off including 4 personal days, firm-sponsored social events, a group pension plan with a 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!

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!