Tax Technician, National Tax Services

Mnp-; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

MNP is seeking a Tax Technician within its National Tax Services Group in Canada. You will assist with tax engagements, prepare personal and corporate tax returns, and support compliant tax practices for diverse clients.

Join a culture described as inspirational and entrepreneurial, with opportunities to travel and contribute to a leading national accounting and advisory firm. This role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy and client service.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in accounting or another relevant field.
• Experience in accounting, customer service and/or client service environment.
• Experience in financial statement analysis and preparation of tax returns.
• Experience working with accounting and tax software.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act.

Responsibilities

• Assist in 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 and T5s), calculating and reviewing share capital.
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses.
• Prepare journal entries and provide bookkeeping services.
• Review legal documents such as articles of incorporation, purchase agreements and amalgamation agreements.
• 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.
• Assist in the preparation of correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights.
• Work collaboratively with the client engagement team.
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Client service

Tax knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary degree or certificate in accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Tax software

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.

Make an impact with our National Tax Services Group as a Tax Technician. This diverse team of professionals provides best-in-class industry and technical expertise to internally drive the success of our Tax practice. As a trusted advisor, you’ll work internally to support the delivery of tax compliance services and the communication of tax matters.

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 in 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 and T5s), calculating and reviewing share capital
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Prepare journal entries and provide bookkeeping services
• Review legal documents such as articles of incorporation, purchase agreements and amalgamation agreements
• 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
• Assist in the preparation of correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
• Work collaboratively with the client engagement team
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• Post-secondary degree or certificate in accounting or another relevant field
• The following would be considered an asset:
• Experience in an accounting, customer service and/or client service environment
  • Experience in financial statement analysis and preparation of tax returns
  • Experience working with accounting and tax software
  • Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act

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!