Senior Tax Analyst

TAAG; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to join their dynamic team. The role involves preparing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize tax processes. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting, a CPA designation, and at least 5 years of experience in tax or public accounting. This position offers the opportunity to lead initiatives and promote the firm's services to clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in tax or public accounting.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles (IFRS, GAAP).
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and provincial tax returns.
• Monitor tax filing deadlines and maintain compliance.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement in tax compliance.

Skills

Tax compliance

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPA or equivalent designation

Tools

Sage 50

Excel

Job description

TAAG is a multidisciplinary firm offering a wide range of services for small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, governmental and non-governmental organizations. TAAGs service lines include accounting and bookkeeping, tax planning, multi-family office services including wealth management, business and corporate law, and marketing and design. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Tax Analyst to join our dynamic team.

The Senior Tax Analyst will play a critical role in the preparation, analysis, and reporting of tax compliance and strategy. This position offers the opportunity to lead key initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize tax processes and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepare and review federal and provincial tax returns, including related schedules and disclosures.
• Monitor tax filing deadlines and maintain compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
• Correspondence with tax authorities, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in tax compliance and reporting.
• Provide tax-related guidance to internal stakeholders.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions from a tax perspective.
• Develop and enhance processes to improve tax reporting and compliance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement tax strategies and process improvements.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the company.
• Actively promote the firms services to clients and prospects.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field (CPA or equivalent designation preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in tax or public accounting.
• Strong understanding of tax laws and accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Proficient in tax software and systems (e.g. Sage 50 or equivalent).
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience in financial modeling and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Effectively implements client service plans for complex engagements, collaborating closely with the team to exceed client expectations while proactively identifying and mitigating business risks.

Why TAAG?

The numbers are secondary to the person sitting in front of us or on the other side of the phone. Every single one of us takes ownership of what we do for each other and for clients. Our team provides a warm environment for clients and solves problems collaboratively. We treat everyone with friendliness and care.

Apply Today!

If you are interested to apply, please submit your resume to Human Resources at

TAAG is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.