Staff Accountant, Tax

Douglas Global Talent; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic accounting firm in Hamilton as a Staff Accountant, Tax. This role offers the chance to assist clients with their income tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations while providing valuable support during CRA audits. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values initiative and problem-solving skills. With opportunities for professional growth and a focus on work-life balance, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in the accounting field. If you're passionate about tax and eager to make a difference, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Group RRSP matching

Health and dental benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities to grow within the firm

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience required.
• Completion of CPA designation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare advanced tax returns and necessary working paper support.
• Ensure compliance with tax law regulations and support CRA audits.

Skills

Understanding of Canadian income tax

Tax research

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Problem recognition and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Interest in In-Depth Tax Program or Masters in Tax

Tools

TaxPrep

Job description

Our client is an accounting firm based out of Hamilton, Ontario.

Overview of the Opportunity:

The Staff Accountant, Tax, is responsible for assisting clients with their income tax returns. These qualified professionals research and study tax law. Their work includes being an internal resource for all staff that require basic tax support for their client issues.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare advanced tax returns and necessary working paper support.
• Assess and research simple tax issues to identify solutions for review with manager/partner.
• Support tax savings during preparation and review.
• Ensure compliance with tax law regulations.
• Offer support and guidance during CRA audits.
• Keep track of industry trends and changes related to taxes.
• Assist in responding to CRA pre and post assessment requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or equivalent diploma or experience.

Completion of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation as well as an interest in attaining the In-Depth Tax Program and/or Masters in Tax.

Experience

Zero to three years’ experience in tax compliance.

Skills and Knowledge

Understanding of Canadian income tax, and tax research.

• Experience with TaxPrep or other tax preparation programs.
• Demonstrated initiative, willingness, and ability to accept responsibility.
• Ability to work under pressure, be decisive, exercise good judgment and common sense.
• Ability to recognize and analyze problems, propose sound alternatives and conclusions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Benefits and Perks:

• Group RRSP matching.
• Health and dental benefits.
• Potential for flexible working arrangements and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to grow within the firm.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Accounting