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New Graduate, Accountant, U.S. Corporate Tax, Winter 2025

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MNP

Sep 4

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Montréal

AI generated summary

  • You must have a Bachelor’s in commerce/business (accounting/finance preferred), pursue U.S. CPA or IRS Enrolled Agent, and possess relevant tax/accounting experience or software exposure.
  • You will manage client files, conduct tax research, prepare tax returns, analyze financial data, and collaborate with teams while developing technical skills and improving processes.

Requirements

  • Successfully obtained, or working towards, a Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (accounting or finance major is preferred)
  • Working towards all necessary qualifications to write the U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exams (or completion of, or willingness to work towards, an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Enrolled Agent designation if not pursuing a U.S. CPA)
  • Previous tax or accounting related office experience is considered an asset
  • Experience working with, or exposure to, accounting and tax software is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop technical skills in areas such as corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, tax research and writing
  • Develop and apply knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, bilateral income tax treaties and related legislation
  • Set-up files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses, manage multiple files simultaneously and conduct inventory counts
  • Research various tax related issues and conclude on their potential implications
  • Collect and analyze relevant financial and tax data
  • Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries, documents and reports
  • Establish charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts
  • Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns for various types of entities
  • Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights
  • Collaborate with client engagement team and build relationship 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

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is New Graduate, Accountant, U.S. Corporate Tax, Winter 2025.

What main responsibilities will I have in this role?

You will develop technical skills in corporate income tax compliance, tax accounting, tax research, manage client files, conduct research on tax issues, analyze financial data, prepare tax returns, and collaborate with client engagement teams, among other tasks.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this position?

You should have a Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration, preferably with a major in accounting or finance, and be working towards the qualifications for the U.S. CPA exams or an IRS Enrolled Agent designation.

Is previous experience in tax or accounting required?

Previous tax or accounting-related office experience is considered an asset, but not a strict requirement.

Will I have the opportunity to travel in this role?

Yes, there is a requirement to maintain flexibility to travel as necessary.

What kind of professional development opportunities does MNP offer?

MNP offers professional development assistance, access to MNP University, and various programs to support continuous learning.

What benefits are included with this position?

Benefits include competitive base pay, vacation time, paid personal days, a group pension plan with matching contributions, mental health resources, and flexible benefits.

Does MNP promote diversity in the workplace?

Yes, MNP embraces diversity as a core value and encourages individuals with unique backgrounds and abilities, including those with disabilities, to apply.

How do I submit my application?

You should submit your resume, cover letter, transcript, and any other necessary forms in one document when applying.

Accounting
Industry
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Employees
1958
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. We proudly serve and respond to the needs of our clients in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Through partner-led engagements, we provide a collaborative, cost-effective approach to doing business and personalized strategies to help organizations succeed across the country and around the world.