Summer Student, Assurance & Accounting (May 2026)

MNP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and entrepreneurial firm as a Summer Student in Assurance & Accounting. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your technical skills in a supportive environment. You'll engage in various tasks, from financial reporting to client interactions, all while contributing to a culture that values diversity and collaboration. The firm is committed to empowering its teams and transforming mid-market business practices. If you're passionate about making an impact and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you to kickstart your career in accounting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in commerce or business with a focus on accounting.
• Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, or ASPE is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in audits, bookkeeping, and tax.
• Prepare financial statements and reports for clients.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance client engagement.

Skills

Customer service

Accounting software

Financial reporting

Tax knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration

Prerequisites for CPA PEP

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job Details

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.

Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as a Summer Student on a 4 month term starting in May 2026. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide comprehensive, tailored financial information that enables clients to make informed decisions with confidence.

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.

When applying, please submit your resume, cover letter, transcript and other applicable forms, as necessary, in 1 PDF document.

Applications for this role must be received no later than Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:59PM PST.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical skills in areas such as: compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping and tax
• Develop and apply knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)
• Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, manage multiple files simultaneously and conduct inventory counts
• Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, capital asset acquisition and disposition and payroll walk-through with clients in a professional manner
• Summarize current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements and other relevant reports
• Assess appropriateness of audit evidence for expenses, revenues, capital asset additions, accounts payable, accounts receivable and prepaid expenses
• Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
• Establish charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts
• Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
• Collaborate with client engagement team and build relationships with client contacts
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes while effectively using MNP internal programs and systems
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
• Working towards prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)
• Previous accounting related office experience is considered an asset
• Customer service and/or client service experience is considered an asset
• Experience working with accounting and tax software is considered an asset

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!

The annual salary range for this position is: $45,000 - $55,000.

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