Manager Assurance & Accounting, Indigenous Services

Overview  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 as a Senior Accountant with our Indigenous Services team. This diverse team of professionals are dedicated to exceeding clients’ unique needs within a rapidly evolving business and financial reporting landscape. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm for Indigenous Nations, businesses, and entrepreneurs in Canada. With more than 270 Indigenous clients and 500 team members dedicated to this sector, no other firm has invested as much time and resources into serving the unique needs of Indigenous communities.

As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide expertise to empower Indigenous communities, organizations, businesses and individuals in navigating a dynamic social, political and economic environment.
Our clients include various First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities as well as Indigenous organizations and associations across the country. We support our clients to develop strategic, business and operational plans that are thoughtful as much as engagement driven. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of full cycle accounting operations, including financial transactions and reporting

Collaborate with clients, internal team members and relationship managers to ensure high-quality Indigenous EASE client engagements

Monitor and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions and reporting, including compliance with regulatory standards

Coordinate the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, including variance reports

Support month-end and year-end closing processes

Prepare and publish timely, accurate and compliant financial statements and related reports

Assist with new engagements by providing the required information for client setup and deliverable creation

Maintain and update charts of accounts and prepare entries for posting to accounts

Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations outlining engagement findings, facts and highlights

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients while coaching and mentoring junior team members

Maintain flexibility to travel to client sites

Skills And Experience

CPA designation (CAFM designation considered an asset)

Experience working with full-cycle accounting processes

Knowledge of Sage 300, Sage Intacct, Adagio, Xyntax, QBO or Xero considered an asset

Experience working with Indigenous communities or organizations preferred

Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles

Location
Vancouver Island@MNP

Rewards and Benefits
Discover more about the unique elements and lifestyle at MNP on Vancouver Island through our team member videos, community insights and current opportunities here:

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!

The annual salary for this position is $70,000 - $78,500. Compensation is based on location, individual skills and relevant experience.

Diversity and Inclusion
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!

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