Tax Accountant

Charger Logistics Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An entrepreneurial-minded organization is seeking a motivated Tax Accountant to join a dynamic team in Brampton. This role involves managing audit engagements, collaborating with the Canada Revenue Agency, and ensuring compliance with Canadian tax regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a focus on accuracy and detail. You will have the opportunity to grow your expertise in a supportive environment that values individual ideas and strategies. If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Healthcare Benefit Package

Career Growth

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting and audit experience required.
• Strong understanding of Canadian tax regulations and GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Prepare and submit documents for CRA audits and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

SAP

CaseWare

QuickBooks

Job description

Charger Logistics is a world-class asset-based carrier. We specialize in delivering your assets, on time and on budget. With a diverse fleet of equipment, we can handle a range of freight, including dedicated loads, specialized hauls, temperature-controlled goods, and HAZMAT cargo.

Charger Logistics invests time and support into its employees to provide them with the room to learn and grow their expertise and work their way up. We are an entrepreneurial-minded organization that welcomes and supports individual ideas and strategies. We are looking for an organized and motivated individual to join our dynamic team as a Tax Accountant for our Brampton, ON office.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise all aspects of audit engagements from planning to completion. Collaborate with engagement teams to ensure efficient and effective audit execution.
• Act as the primary liaison with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) during an audit.
• Prepare and submit all requested documents, including tax returns, financial statements, and other supporting materials for CRA audits.
• Respond to CRA audit inquiries, providing detailed explanations and supporting documentation.
• Review audit findings, assess potential tax implications, and work to resolve discrepancies or issues raised by the CRA.
• Coordinate with tax professionals and external advisors to ensure compliance with CRA regulations and mitigate any potential risks.
• Analyze financial statements to assess their accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting principles. Identify and address potential errors, misstatements, or irregularities.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop comprehensive audit plans that address key risk areas and comply with auditing guidelines.
• Document audit findings and test results, exercising judgment to analyze results in preparing working papers which record and summarize audit data and adequately support audit findings and conclusions.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.
• Involved in day-to-day accounting processes (Invoice entry, bank reconciliation, month-end closing).
• Bookkeeping duties such as monthly accounting, GST/HST, payroll, etc.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or equivalent certification preferred).
• A minimum of 2 years of accounting and audit experience.
• Strong experience in managing and coordinating CRA audits, with an in-depth understanding of Canadian tax regulations.
• Knowledge of Canadian GAAP, IFRS, and auditing standards.
• Proficiency in accounting and audit software (e.g., SAP, CaseWare, QuickBooks).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Healthcare Benefit Package
• Career Growth

Seniority level:

Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries:

Truck Transportation