Senior Tax Accountant – Canadian Tax

Who is our client?

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!

Tasks & Responsibilities
  • 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
  • Perform journal entries
  • Provide bookkeeping services
  • 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

Skills & Qualifications
  • 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, QuickBooks, Simply Accounting)
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Some travel may be required

Salary

To be discussed

Job Type

Full-Time, Permanent

Location

Montreal, Quebec

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