Senior Tax Accountant — Strategy, Compliance & Leadership

ACCA Careers; Vernon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

Job summary

MNP is a leading Canadian accounting, tax and advisory firm seeking a Senior Accountant in Tax to deliver customized strategies within a complex regulatory framework. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring compliance and efficient tax planning.

You will lead engagements, prepare tax returns for individuals and corporations, and collaborate with client teams while mentoring junior staff. The role offers travel as needed and progression within a Canadian firm known for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major preferred).
• CPA designation; completion of CFE exam and practical experience requirements will be considered.
• Working towards completion of Canadian In-depth Tax program.
• 3 to 4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act.
• Experience with accounting and tax software.

Responsibilities

• Complete tax engagements by computing taxes owed and preparing personal and corporate tax returns and related forms.
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses.
• Advise on policy and tax changes; develop proactive tax strategies.
• Identify issues and discuss resolutions with managers or partners.
• Correspond with clients and government agencies on tax compliance.
• Prepare technical reports, client summaries and presentations.
• Collaborate with engagement team to discuss roles, risk areas and deadlines.
• Lead engagement teams, mentoring junior members.
• Contribute to new ideas to improve processes.
• Participate in business development and identify opportunities.
• Travel as necessary.

Skills

Canadian tax knowledge

People mentoring

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s in commerce or business administration

CPA designation

CFE examination in progress

Canadian In-depth Tax program in progress

Tools

Tax software

Accounting software

Job description

MNP is a leading Canadian accounting, tax and advisory firm seeking a Senior Accountant in Tax to deliver customized strategies within a complex regulatory framework. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, ensuring compliance and efficient tax planning.

You will lead engagements, prepare tax returns for individuals and corporations, and collaborate with client teams while mentoring junior staff. The role offers travel as needed and progression within a Canadian firm known for