Accounting Support Specialist, Firm IT

Make an impact with our Technology Services - as a key team member of the Support Services team as a Accounting Support Specialist. This diverse team of tech-savvy problem solvers embraces digital transformation and the possibilities technology brings to the future of our industry. As a trusted advisor, you’ll support, utilize and maintain MNP’s technology to ensure smooth IT operations, enabling team members to work efficiently and effectively. 

National in scope and local in focus, MNP is one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing professional service firms providing client-focused accounting, consulting, tax, and digital services. Founded in 1958, MNP generates more than CAD $2 billion in annual revenues, with over 9,700 professionals and 154 offices across Canada.

MNP is a large firm that has never forgotten its roots. For more than 65 years, it has set itself apart by taking the time to fully understand each client’s needs and goals, investing in their success, and delivering personalized solutions that help them reach their full potential.

MNP set up MNP SPARK its GCC in Bangalore in May 2025 with a  focus on enabling the firm drive growth, efficiency, customer delight and innovation,  by leveraging high quality talent in India. MNP Spark is like any other MNP region/office -front facing, client focused but working with all of MNP regions in Canada to deliver services

• Provide front‑line and escalation support for assigned applications, including working papers, tax software, cloud solutions, enterprise platforms, or internally developed tools.
  
• Assess incoming requests, determine root cause, and resolve or escalate issues promptly to development teams, product owners, or third‑party vendors as required.
  
• Build trust with internal users through professionalism, responsiveness, and clearly communicated solutions.
  
• Document troubleshooting steps, resolutions, and workarounds in the knowledge base; support KCS‑aligned content creation.
  
• Assist in preparing release notes, training materials, and user‑focused documentation.
  
• Develop a strong understanding of application functionality from the user’s perspective to improve business processes.
  
• Identify recurring issues and collaborate with development or product teams to improve system stability and usability.
  
• Contribute ideas to enhance operational workflows, user experience, or support processes.
  
• Engage with internal product leaders, SMEs, developers, and external vendors to resolve prioritized issues.
  
• Escalate complex or unclear issues with thorough documentation and clarity.
  

• Experience with business applications such as working paper systems, tax applications, CRM/ERP platforms, or enterprise productivity tools — depending on domain assignment.
  
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
  
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical issues into language understandable by non‑technical users.
  
• Demonstrated customer‑service mindset and ability to build professional relationships.
  
• Collaborative approach with a willingness to learn and cross‑train.
  

• Experience with: 
  
• Accounting or assurance workflows
  
• Tax preparation software
  
• MNP‑developed tools
  
• ITSM platforms and structured support processes 
  

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor Or Masters Commerce/Accounting
  
• Bachelor Or Master of Business Administration
  

Experience:

• 4 to 6 years of relevant work experience in a support role
  
• At least 2 years of experience in a full cycle accounting role