income tax consultant

Government of Canada - Western; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency in Canada is seeking an experienced accountant to manage client financial records and compliance with accounting standards. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns, analyzing financial data, and advising clients on financial planning. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and proficiency with various accounting software. Travel may be required for field audits.

Benefits

Bonus

Commission

Piece work

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting software like Simply Accounting, Quick Books, and Sage.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up, and administer accounting systems.
• Analyze clients' financial records.
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records.

Skills

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Excellent written communication

Client focus

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Simply Accounting

Quick Books

TaxPrep

Xero

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
• Sales

Responsibilities

• Plan, set up and administer accounting systems
• Analyze clients\' financial records
• Ensure accuracy and compliance to accounting standards, procedures and internal control
• Develop financial plans for clients
• Make recommendations concerning cash management, insurance coverage, investment planning, retirement and estate planning
• Recommend improvements to accounting systems and management practices
• Conduct field audits of businesses to ensure compliance with provisions of the Income Tax Act, the Canadian Business Corporations Act or other statutory requirements
• Prepare income tax returns from accounting records
• Examine accounting records
• Provide financial, business and tax advice

Experience and specialization

• Accounting software
• Simply Accounting
• Quick Books
• TaxPrep
• Xero
• Sage Accounting Software

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Own transportation
  • Own vehicle
  • Willing to travel regularly
  • Willing to travel for extended periods
  • Travel expenses not paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence
• Proactive
• Quick learner

Benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Piece work