About the role#
As an Accounting Technician in the Assurance and Accounting team, you will support client engagements through financial reporting and advisory services. This full-time, paid co-op position is based in Summerside, Prince Edward Island. You will work directly with engagement teams to provide tailored financial information and assist clients with their business needs.
What you'll do#
- Assist with compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping, and tax engagements.
- Prepare and maintain government remittances, accounts receivable, accounts payable, expenses, and payroll transactions.
- Set up client files and assist with administrative planning and budgets.
- Perform month-end and quarter-end close processes.
- Reconcile GL accounts, including cash, bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accrued liabilities, and POS system uploads.
- Identify and investigate discrepancies, working with managers or partners to resolve issues.
- Communicate with government agencies regarding assessments, installments, and information requests.
- Collaborate with the client engagement team and maintain flexibility to travel when required.
What you'll need#
- An accounting certificate or a bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration.
- Entry level to 2 years of relevant accounting experience.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and processes.
- Experience with accounting and tax software.
- Experience preparing T4s and T5s.
- Knowledge of personal and corporate tax.
Location & details#
- Location: Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Salary: $43,000 per year.
About MNP
MNP is a national accounting, tax, and business consulting firm based in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 1958, the firm operates as a partnership. It provides services to clients in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. The company employs nearly 10,000 people across the country.
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