Co-op Student, Assurance and Accounting - January 2027

MNP•Prince George, BC

5h•CA$47,000 - CA$49,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is a co-op student position within the Assurance & Accounting team, starting in January 2027 and ending in August 2027, located in the Prince George office. The team focuses on exceeding client needs in a dynamic business and financial reporting environment, providing tailored financial information for informed decision-making. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax, and business advisory firm in Canada, known for its entrepreneurial spirit and transformative approach to mid-market business practices.

Requirements

Working towards a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
Working towards prerequisites for admission into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP)

Nice To Haves

Previous accounting related office experience is considered an asset
Customer service and/or client service experience is considered an asset
Experience working with accounting and tax software is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Develop technical skills in areas such as: compilations, reviews, audits, bookkeeping and tax
Develop and apply knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and/or Accounting Standards for Private Enterprise (ASPE)
Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, manage multiple files simultaneously and conduct inventory counts
Perform accounts receivable, accounts payable, capital asset acquisition and disposition and payroll walk-through with clients in a professional manner
Summarize current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statements and other relevant reports
Assess appropriateness of audit evidence for expenses, revenues, capital asset additions, accounts payable, accounts receivable and prepaid expenses
Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
Establish charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts
Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
Collaborate with client engagement team and build relationships with client contacts
Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes while effectively using MNP internal programs and systems
Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary