Senior Tax Accountant – Canadian Tax

Our client is one of Canada’s largest accounting and consulting firms and they are currently facing a major growth period. They offer excellent company culture and set their employees up for a successful future as you will grow both professionally and personally. They offer excellent benefits, amazing growth options and an unbeatable work-life balance like no other firm has!

• Assist and prepare Canadian corporate tax engagements including advice on tax planning opportunities, tax minimization strategies, and compliance issues
• Complete tax engagements by computing taxes owed, preparing corporate tax returns, year-end tax forms (T4s/T5s), calculating/reviewing share capital, and ensuring government compliance
• Perform and execute basic tax reorganizations
• Create files for new clients and newly incorporated businesses
• Aid in the review of legal documents
• Liaise with clients and government agencies to address tax compliance issues
• Prepare technical reports, client summaries, and presentations outlining findings and highlights
• Analyze and review discrepancies or irregularities in financial entries, documents, and reports
• Identify technical issues and escalate to manager or engagement partner as needed
• Keep manager or engagement partner updated on engagement progress
• Stay current on the Canadian Income Tax Act and related legislation
• Participate in client engagement planning discussions, addressing roles, risks, materiality, and timelines
• Review tax returns and team member work for accuracy and completeness
• Monitor and adjust project timelines as needed
• Contribute to continuous improvement of work processes
• Professionally liaise with clients, colleagues, and firm leadership
• Perform other accounting duties as required

• Completion of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or CFE
• 2 to 4 years of relevant work experience in public accounting and/or tax consulting
• Strong experience in Public Accounting or Tax
• Solid understanding of business, accounting, management, and practice development principles
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act
• Expertise in preparing/analyzing domestic tax compliance and implementing tax reorganizations
• Experience with accounting and tax software (Caseware, Profile, Quick Books, Simply Accounting)
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Some travel may be required

To be discussed

Full-Time, Permanent

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