Co-op Student, US/Cross Border Tax

Baker-Tilly-Nova-Scotia; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free parking

Casual dress

Development opportunities

Team events

Job summary

Baker Tilly Nova Scotia in Dartmouth is seeking a Co-op Student to join the US/Cross Border Tax team. The role focuses on preparing Cross-Border (US/Canada) individual tax returns and gaining in-house tax training to build specialized skills.

You'll collaborate with partners and staff, support client service, and participate in projects while developing accounting and tax competencies. Start date January 2027; temporary, full-time position on-site in Dartmouth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed bachelor’s degree in commerce/ business administration with accounting focus.
• Progress toward CPA PEP prerequisites is valued.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting concepts (balance sheet, income statement).

Responsibilities

• Prepare Cross-Border (US/Canada) individual tax returns.
• Participate in cross-border tax training boot-camp to gain specialized skills.
• Support team members in delivering excellent client service.
• Build relationships with staff, partners and clients.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Strong problem solving

Familiarity with accounting concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce or business admin (Accounting major preferred)

CPA PEP prerequisites coursework

Tools

Caseware/Caseview

TaxPrep

Job description

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Co-op Student to join our US/Cross Border Tax team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role:

• Prepare Cross-Border (US and Canadian) individual income tax returns;
• Participate in an in-depth, in-house, Cross-Border tax training “boot-camp” to equip you with the specialized skills to prepare Cross-Border tax returns;
• Collaborate with and support team members in providing excellent client service;
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with staff, partners and clients;
• Participate in special projects as assigned by partner or senior staff.
  

What you bring to the table:

• Working towards or completion of a bachelor’s degree in commerce or business administration (Accounting major preferred)
• Working towards completion of pre-requisite courses for the CPA PEP
• Familiarity with basic accounting concepts (balance sheet, income statement, etc.)
• You are an excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• Have an interest in accounting and tax work
• Be a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail
• You have strong interpersonal skills and are an excellent problem solver
• You are proficient in, and willing to learn various computer applications.
• Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and TaxPrep is an asset (but not required)

What’s in it for you?

• Complimentary on-site gym
• Free, plentiful parking
• Dress for your day, including casual
• Growth-focused coaching, mentoring, feedback, and growth plan reviews
• Learning and professional development opportunities
• Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events, yoga, lunch and learns, registered massage therapy visits, espresso happy hours, free snacks and meals, teambuilding events, therapy dog visit, off-site Staff Day, etc.

Where you’ll work: Dartmouth, NS

Job type: Temporary, Full-time

Start Date: January 2027

Deadline: Interviews will be starting the week of September 21st and will continue until all roles are filled

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

We thank all applicants for your interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.