Tax Accountant

Baker Tilly Canada; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory and accounting firm is seeking a Tax Accountant to drive meaningful outcomes and collaborate with a dedicated team. Responsibilities include liaising with tax authorities, preparing tax returns, and providing support for tax inquiries. Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in accounting or related fields and previous tax experience. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary of $24.00 - $28.00 per hour, with excellent benefits and mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits packages

Monthly social events

Retirement planning with matching

4-day workweek during the summer

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in tax-related roles.
• CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program completion would be an asset.
• Ability to learn new computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare elections, objections, and representations to tax authorities.
• Liaise with tax authorities during audits.
• Prepare corporate and personal tax returns.

Skills

Effective time management

Organizational skills

Excellent computer skills

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting/finance/business

Job description

Overview

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 Tax Accountant to join our 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.”

Responsibilities

• Working closely with a Partner or other senior tax staff in preparing elections, objections, and representations to tax authorities.
• Liaising with tax authorities during audits and responding to requests for information.
• Assisting partners and senior staff in compiling client information for special tax projects.
• Providing tax enquiry support to both clients and internal professional staff.
• Preparing corporate and personal tax returns.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience (preferably in accounting/finance/business).
• Previous experience in tax-related roles.
• CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program completion would be an asset (not necessary - if you do have this, the salary will increase).
• Excellent computer skills and a demonstrated ability to learn and utilize new computer programs.
• Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to multitask.

What’s in it for you?

• Mentorship.
• Comprehensive medical benefits packages.
• Monthly social events.
• Retirement planning with GRSP or TFSA contribution/matching.
• A 4-day workweek during the summer.
• Rewarding opportunities for career advancement at every stage.

Where you’ll work

62 Keil Dr. S. Chatham, Ontario

Job type

Permanent Full-Time

Your schedule

Monday to Friday (work Saturdays in April)

Monday to Thursdays (Fridays off in July and August)

Salary range

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour

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 are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting: Position Status: New Role

• New Role: This job posting is for a newly created role within our organization. This position has been established to expand our team and we are excited to welcome a new team member to help us achieve our goals.

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. We welcome anyone to apply regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.