Accounting Technician, Indigenous Ease Services
- Saskatoon, SK, S7K 5X2, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- Entry level to 2 years of relevant accounting experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.
Make an impact with our Indigenous Services team as an Accounting Technician. This diverse team of professionals works with more than 250 Indigenous peoples, groups and organizations across Canada and shares a passion for learning and understanding their history, culture and contributions to our country. As a trusted advisor, you’ll use cutting-edge technology to deliver a full suite of services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, financial reporting and payroll administration. *Note that this role is not suitable for someone looking to pursue their CPA designation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with compilation, review, audit, bookkeeping and tax engagements
- Prepare and maintain government remittances/filings, accounts receivable, expenses, accounts payable and payroll transactions
- Set-up client files, assist with the completion of budgets and complete administrative planning
- Perform the month-end and quarter-end close process
- Maintain, monitor and reconcile GL accounts including cash, bank reconciliations, prepaid expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued liabilities, intercompany and point of sale (POS)/system uploads
- Identify issues and errors, investigate discrepancies and discuss with managers or engagement partners to develop resolutions
- Communicate with the government regarding information requests, assessments and installments
- Work collaboratively with the client engagement team
- Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary
Skills and Experience
- Accounting certificate or bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is considered an asset)
- Entry level to 2 years of relevant accounting experience
- Experience preparing T4s and T5s and knowledge of personal and corporate tax is preferred
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and processes is considered an asset
- Experience working with accounting and tax software is considered an asset
MyRewards@MNP
With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!
Diversity@MNP
We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Accounting Technician will perform full-cycle bookkeeping, financial reporting, and payroll administration for Indigenous clients. They are also responsible for maintaining general ledger accounts, preparing government filings, and assisting with audit and tax engagements.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an accounting certificate or a bachelor's degree in commerce or business administration. The role requires up to 2 years of relevant accounting experience and familiarity with accounting principles and tax software.
Skills
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Financial reporting
- Payroll administration
- General ledger reconciliation
- Month-end close
- Quarter-end close
- Tax engagements
- Government remittances
- Budgeting
- Administrative planning
- Data analysis
- Communication
- Collaboration
Benefits
- Vacation time
- 4 paid personal days
- Group pension plan with 4% matching
- Voluntary savings products
- Bonus programs
- Flexible benefits
- Mental health resources
- Professional development assistance
- MNP University
- Flexible dress code
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Finance & Accounting
- Administrative
- Consulting
- Social Services
Keywords
- Accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Payroll
- Financial Reporting
- General Ledger
- Taxation
- T4
- T5
- Audit
- Budgeting
- Reconciliation
- Indigenous Services
- Compliance
- Government Remittances
- Month-end
- Quarter-end
- Client Engagement
- Professional Services