Accountant, Taxation Services

MNP•Winnipeg, MB

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada, known for its inspirational, innovative, and entrepreneurial culture. The firm provides business strategies and solutions, transforming mid-market business practices. The Taxation Services team delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As an Accountant in this team, you will act as a trusted advisor, designing solutions for clients that meet compliance and reporting requirements, minimize risk, drive efficiencies, and maximize returns. MNP is proudly Canadian and embraces diversity as a core value, celebrating differences and encouraging people with disabilities to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration
Completion of, or working towards, a CPA designation; completion of CFE examination and working towards relevant practical experience requirements will also be considered
2 to 4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience
Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act
Experience working with accounting and tax software

Nice To Haves

Accounting or finance major

Responsibilities

Responsible for the completion of tax engagements by computing taxes owed, preparing personal and corporate tax returns (and other compliance slips), preparing year-end tax forms (T4s/T5s), calculating and reviewing share capital
Set up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
Evaluate existing business processes and policies and advise on policy and tax changes; developing proactive tax strategies that make effective use of business opportunities and ensure businesses are run effectively
Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies and discuss with managers or engagement partners to develop resolutions
Correspond with clients and various government agencies to address client tax compliance issues
Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlines
Lead engagement teams, developing effective relationships with clients while coaching and mentoring junior team members
Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
Participate in business development initiatives and identify new business opportunities
Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary