Senior Accountant, Canadian Corporate Tax

DIFFERENT BY DESIGN

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 a Senior Accountant for our growing Canadian Corporate 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 Canadian Corporate Tax team reviews and works with all facets of a company's corporate structure, including executive remuneration and payroll taxes, to help clients meet all of their tax compliance and reporting requirements - both domestic and foreign - through a full range of Canadian corporate tax compliance services.

YOUR ROLE @ MNP

Performance Expectations

• Assist in the completion of Canadian corporate tax engagements involving advice on tax planning opportunities, tax minimization strategies, and compliance issues
• Responsible for the completion of tax engagements by computing taxes owed, preparing corporate tax returns (and other compliance slips), preparing year-end tax forms (T4s/T5s), calculating and reviewing share capital, and ensuring compliance with government standards
• Prepare basic tax reorganizations including engagement planning, the collection of data, the development of step plans and building direct client relationships
• Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Prepare journal entries and provide bookkeeping services as required by clients
• Participate in the review legal documents such as articles of incorporation, purchase agreements and amalgamation agreements
• Correspond with clients and various government agencies to address tax compliance issues
• Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining findings, facts and highlights resulting from the client engagement
• Investigate and correct discrepancies/ irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
• Raise identified technical issues with manager or engagement partner
• Update manager or engagement partner on the progress of engagements
• Develop and apply knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and related legislation
• Develop a thorough understanding of MNP's services, businesses and industry
• Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlines
• Maintain high quality control by reviewing tax returns and other work done from other team members for accuracy and completeness; provide feedback to team members
• Monitor project timelines against targets, adjust where necessary; advise clients of project status and seek clarification on discrepancies where applicable
• Network and take a leadership role in the local professional, business, and community while raising awareness of MNP and looking for new business development opportunities
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Liaise and correspond professionally with clients, colleagues and the firm leadership team
• Promote regular attendance, balanced lifestyle and high standard of team wellness
• Attend internal MNP courses to further develop accounting and assurance knowledge

Credentials

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting and/or Finance major is preferred)
• Completion of Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or completion of CFE examination and working towards relevant practical experience requirements
• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience in public accounting or tax
• Experience in the preparation of domestic tax compliance as well as research and documentation of tax issues
• Experience working with, or exposure to, accounting and tax software such as Caseware, Profile, Quickbooks and Simply Accounting is preferred
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act
• Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Some travel may be required

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

YOUR REWARDS @ MNP

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!