Tax Associate

Altis Recruitment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique tax and accounting firm is seeking a Tax Associate in Toronto. This entry-level role supports tax compliance and planning with a strong focus on teamwork and technology. Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's in Accounting, and skills in tax software. This position offers a hybrid work model, providing a competitive compensation package aligned with experience.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant tax experience in public practice or a professional services environment.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented approach with a curiosity for technology.
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Support tax compliance and consulting engagements for a diverse client base.
• Assist with tax planning, reorganizations, and M&A-related projects.
• Prepare working papers, schedules, and draft technical documentation.

Skills

Tax compliance

Tax planning support

Collaboration

Communication skills

Excel (including Power Query)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Taxprep

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Tax Associate

Location: Toronto, ON | Hybrid (GTA-based) – 2 days in office

Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000

We’re working with a boutique, tech-enabled tax and accounting firm that’s growing thoughtfully and looking to add a Tax Associate to its close-knit team. This is a great opportunity for someone with a few years of tax experience who wants exposure beyond routine compliance and is excited to grow in a collaborative, modern environment.

About the Role

As a Tax Associate, you’ll support a variety of tax and accounting engagements, working closely with senior team members on tax compliance, tax planning support, reorganizations, M&A-related work, and accounting projects. You’ll gain hands‑on experience while learning to leverage technology and cloud-based tools to deliver high-quality client service.

This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys learning, values teamwork, and wants to build a strong foundation in tax within a firm that encourages growth and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support tax compliance and consulting engagements for a diverse client base
• Assist with tax planning, reorganizations, and M&A-related projects
• Prepare working papers, schedules, and draft technical documentation
• Use cloud-based accounting and tax tools to support client deliverables
• Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines and client needs
• Participate in continuous process improvement and adoption of new tools

What We’re Looking For

• 2‑3 years of relevant tax experience in public practice or a professional services environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Working knowledge of:
• Excel (including Power Query)
• Tax software (e.g., CCH Taxprep)
• Accounting systems such as QuickBooks or Xero
• Clear communication skills and a willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team

The Ideal Candidate Is

• Hands‑on and detail-oriented
• Curious about technology and process improvement
• Adaptable and open to feedback
• Motivated to grow and develop in tax over the long term
• Permanent opportunity (full-time or part-time considered)
• Hybrid work model (Toronto / GTA-based)
• Competitive compensation based on experience

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting and Accounting