Perform technical accounting research and prepare documentation for clients
Identify accounting issues within contracts and agreements
Lead multiple client facing engagement teams
Deliver expert industry and technical expertise in audit and assurance through client interactions, reports, technical work, management presentations and the creation of high quality deliverables
Accountable for project financials (i.e., budgets, WIPS, timely billing, collection and variance recognition)
Manage a portfolio of clients while understanding their business and key risks; ensure their needs are met and that relationships and accounts grow and develop
Execute transactions through the provision of client services including planning, budgeting, scheduling and coordinating engagements
Review, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries and reports
Contribute to the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs
Identify ways to maximize the relationship with clients and deliver added value
Maintain high quality control by reviewing work done from other team members for accuracy and completeness; provide feedback to team members
Monitor project timelines against targets, adjust where necessary; advise clients of project status and seek clarification on discrepancies, where applicable
Leverage team appropriately to ensure proper documentation is prepared for the client and procedures relating to the file are followed accordingly
Liaise and correspond professionally with clients, colleagues and the firm leadership team
Develop a thorough understanding of MNP’s services, businesses and industry
Raise awareness of MNP through discussions at community events including client and company sponsored functions
Network in the local business community and consider business development opportunities
Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches in order to improve work processes
Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and addressing performance issues promptly
Promote regular attendance, balanced lifestyle and high standard of team wellness
Conduct formal, written annual performance reviews
Requirements :
Completion of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation
7 years of relevant work experience in public accounting
Extensive knowledge of, and experience working with, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Extensive experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality
Solid understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
Strong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong strategic planning and conceptual thinking skills