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Join the momentum. We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant for our growing Assurance and Accounting team. Delivering quality in everything we do, MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. Our Assurance and Accounting team is committed to providing meaningful and reliable financial information that ensures our clients are always well protected and positioned.
Credentials
Completion of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
Two (2) to four (4) years of relevant work experience in public accounting
Extensive knowledge of and experience working with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Solid understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
Experience working with accounting and tax software such as Caseware, Profile, Quickbooks and Simply Accounting
Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Some travel may be required
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Computer use
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Society of Certified Management Accountants (CMA) membership
- Provincial Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA) membership
- Certified General Accountants (CGA) Association Accreditation
- Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA) Accreditation
Additional Skills
- Supervise staff
- Conduct performance reviews
Accountant Specific Skills
- Provide financial, business and tax advice
- Examine accounting records
- Develop and maintain cost findings, reporting and internal control procedure
- Analyze financial documents and reports
Financial Auditor Specific Skills
- Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
- Prepare reports and audit findings
- Examine financial records and transactions
- Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
Ability to Supervise
- 3 - 4 people
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Large workload
Own Tools/Equipment
- Cellular phone
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Accounting software
- Caseware/Caseview