Accountant, Indirect Tax

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At MNP we pride ourselves on being different – it’s our entrepreneurial drive that sets us apart. It’s the same drive that’s helped us become Canada’s fastest growing national firm. We foster collaboration, value your ideas, promote based on talent, live balanced lifestyles and make time for FUN. We are one firm, one team, collaborating to support you wherever you want to take your career.

Join the momentum. We are seeking an Accountant for our growing Indirect Tax team. Providing the highest level of excellence, MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. Our Tax team works with individuals and organizations in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors providing comprehensive strategies that minimize risk, meet tax compliance and reporting requirements, drive efficiencies and maximize returns. Specifically, our Indirect Tax team develops tax-minimizing strategies that help businesses formulate, implement and manage indirect tax issues.

Performance Expectations

• Develop and apply knowledge of the Canadian Excise Tax Act and related legislation
• Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas and deadlines
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses – registration of sales tax accounts with various government entities
• Compute taxes owed and prepare working papers in completing sales tax returns (GST/HST, PST, QST) for various types of entities; profit, not-for-profit, partnerships and trusts
• Reviewing election requirements and preparation of prescribed forms under supervision of managers/ Partners
• Review legal documents such as articles of incorporation, purchase agreements and amalgamation agreements and advise engagement managers/partners appropriately
• Correspond with various government agencies to address client tax compliance issues and ability to document findings for client files
• Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining findings, facts and highlights resulting from the client engagement for managers/partners’ review
• Raise identified client issues that need to be addressed with managers and engagement partners
• Liaise and correspond professionally with clients, colleagues and the firm leadership team
• Develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s services, businesses and industry through experiential learning with clients
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes while effectively using MNP internal programs and systems

Credentials

• Completed post-secondary education program with an Accounting or Business focus
• A general understanding of indirect tax - GST/HST, QST, PST
• Previous exposure to financial statements and sales tax returns is considered an asset, particularly exposure tofiling sales tax returns online + reviewing client information online on various government websites
• Previous Accounting related office experience is an asset
• Customer service and/or client service experience is desirable
• Experience working with or exposure to Accounting and Tax software such as Caseware, Knotia, TaxNet Pro, is beneficial
• Strong computer literacy including advanced working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and Excel templates, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to multi-task and work calmly under pressure

Core Competencies and Personal Characteristics

• Integrity – professional whose honesty, integrity, confidentiality and high ethical standards contributes to effective leadership and optimal business relationships
• Energy – displays enthusiasm, optimism, drive and passion while maintaining a high level of productivity and a balanced lifestyle
• Diversity – understands the importance of different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and is respectful of individual differences
• Communication – effectively expresses ideas and conveys information in business writing, conversations and interactions with others
• Client Service Excellence – understands the importance of quality client service by being courteous, responding to client requests in a timely manner and monitoring satisfaction
• Teamwork & Relationship Development – works collaboratively with team members in order to achieve a common goal and develops, maintains and strengthens relationships with others, both inside and outside the Firm
• Accountability – takes responsibility for one’s own performance by setting clear goals and tracking progress against those goals; is highly organized and uses personal judgement and decision making
• Flexibility – effectively manages multiple assignments, adapts to changing priorities and is able to work independently or as part of a team

More than a paycheque, MNP delivers. You’ll be empowered to share your ideas, take on new challenges and advance your career.

Join a diverse firm committed to maintaining its unique culture and fostering a balanced lifestyle. MNP offers benefits that allow you to thrive at work and outside the office! You can expect: generous paid time off including 4 personal days, firm sponsored FUN social events, a group pension plan with 4% matching contribution, client and team member referral bonuses, a wellness subsidy, health and dental benefits, work-life flexibility, exclusive access to a variety of perks and discounts, professional development assistance, learning opportunities through MNP University, a flexible dress for your day environment and more!

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