Senior Accountant, Assurance and Accounting - Public Companies

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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 a Senior Accountant for our growing Public Companies team. Working with public companies to help them thrive in any market, MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for this dynamic sector. Regardless of company size or the industry in which it operates, our team of trusted advisors helps public companies comply with complex regulatory requirements, information security issues, growing shareholder expectations, privacy matters and investor relations. Our customized solutions are specifically designed to mitigate risk, improve performance and operate more efficiently. Registered with the Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) ensures our team adheres to the highest quality auditing standards in the industry.

ROLE @ MNP

Responsibilities

• Oversee and/or have direct participation with the planning, preparation and completion of audit engagements (primarily for Public Companies)
• Prepare appropriate client correspondence and various other audit related reports, as required
• Identify and research potential resolutions for technical IFRS and/or US GAAP accounting issues that arise during engagement procedures
• Perform first review of financial statements for appropriate disclosure in accordance with IFRS and/or US GAAP
• Supervise, guide and train intermediate and junior team members
• Monitor the progress of work being completed on files and communicate updates to manager and partners
• Establish and maintain communication with clients as necessary, including coordinating onsite visits and engagement timing
• Lead engagement teams while coaching and mentoring junior team members
• Develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s services, businesses and industry
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Raise awareness of MNP at community events
• Attend internal MNP courses to further develop your accounting and assurance knowledge

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting and/or Finance major is preferred)
• Completion of CPA designation
• 2 to4 years of accounting related experience in public accounting working on public company engagements
• Experience working with, or exposure to, accounting and tax software such as Caseware, Profile, Quickbooks and Simply Accounting is beneficial
• Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Extensive knowledge of and experience working with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) is considered an asset
• Some travel may be required
• Option available to work remotely
• Flexible work arrangements available

MY REWARDS @ MNP

More than a paycheque, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards for our team members. With a focus on health and wealth, we provide an extensive list of benefits that support our unique culture and foster work-life integration.

Our MyRewards@MNP program offers benefits that allow you to thrive at work and outside of the office. Be rewarded with generous paid time off including 4 personal days, firm sponsored social events, a group pension plan with 4% matching contribution, voluntary savings products, bonus program eligibility, a wellness subsidy, health and dental benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, learning opportunities through MNP University, a flexible dress for your day environment and more!

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