Senior Tax Accountant — Strategic Client Advisory

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

Job summary

A national accounting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Accountant in Tax to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will engage in tax compliance, collaborate with clients, and assist in developing tailored strategies that minimize risks. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, is pursuing a CPA designation, and possesses bilingual proficiency in English and French. MNP offers competitive pay, robust rewards for a balanced lifestyle, and fosters a diverse environment promoting unique contributions.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Flexible benefits

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Vacation time and paid personal days

Group pension plan with matching

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred).
• Completion of, or working towards, a CPA designation is required.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience needed.
• Bilingual in English and French is essential.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Complete tax engagements and prepare filing for tax elections.
• Manage client correspondence regarding tax compliance issues.
• Draft tax reorganizations for clients across various industries.
• Collaborate with the client engagement team on various roles.
• Participate in business development and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Tax compliance knowledge

Bilingual (English and French)

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration

CPA designation (in progress or completed)

Tools

Taxprep

Taxcycle

Caseware

Job description

A national accounting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Accountant in Tax to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will engage in tax compliance, collaborate with clients, and assist in developing tailored strategies that minimize risks. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, is pursuing a CPA designation, and possesses bilingual proficiency in English and French. MNP offers competitive pay, robust rewards for a balanced lifestyle, and fosters a diverse environment promoting unique contributions.