Senior Accountant, Indigenous Services

Job summary

Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping, and tax engagements, including preparing financial statements, assessing audit evidence, and resolving discrepancies. Build client relationships, mentor junior team members, support business development, and travel as needed.

Job details

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 Indigenous Services team as a Senior Accountant. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for Indigenous governments, businesses and entrepreneurs in Canada. With more than 250 Indigenous clients and 300 team members dedicated to this sector, no other firm has invested as much time and resources into serving the unique needs of Indigenous communities. Responsibilities Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements 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 Summarize clients’ current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements and other relevant reports Assess and assure 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 Develop effective working relationships with clients while coaching and mentoring junior team members Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary Skills And Experience CPA designation Experience working with First Nations communities considered an asset 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Experience working with accounting and tax software Understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles 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! The salary range for this position is $59,520 - $78,000. Compensation is determined based on individual skills and relevant experience. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button below.

What you’ll do

Conduct compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping, and tax engagements, including preparing financial statements, assessing audit evidence, and resolving discrepancies. Build client relationships, mentor junior team members, support business development, and travel as needed.

Requirements

A CPA designation and 2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting experience are required. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of GAAP, SEC and IFRS standards, experience with accounting and tax software, and an understanding of business, accounting, management, and practice development; experience with First Nations communities is an asset.

Benefits

• Vacation Time • Paid Personal Days • Group Pension Plan With 4% Matching • Voluntary Savings Products • Bonus Programs • Flexible Benefits • Mental Health Resources • Perks And Discounts • Professional Development Assistance • Professional Training • Flexible Dress Code • Company-Sponsored Social Events

Listed skills

• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Payroll · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Business development · Preferred
• Bookkeeping · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Public Accounting
• Compilation
• Review And Audit
• Bookkeeping
• Tax Engagements
• Financial Reporting
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Securities And Exchange Commission Reporting
• International Financial Reporting Standards
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Payable
• Payroll
• Capital Asset Accounting
• Client Relationship Management
• Coaching And Mentoring
• Business Development

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Government & Public Sector