Tax Technician

LiveCA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian remote-first CPA firm is seeking a Tax Technician to prepare and file tax documents while ensuring strong client relationships. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in tax compliance or public accounting. Responsibilities include preparing corporate tax returns and managing compliance requirements. This role offers significant flexibility with a remote schedule and competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $65,000 CAD.

Benefits

3 weeks vacation and 3 floating holidays

Extended health benefits

Tech stipend of $150/month

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in a business program.
• At least 2 years of experience in tax compliance or public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and Canadian tax basics.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year‑end compilation engagements and corporate tax returns.
• Filing federal and provincial sales tax returns and personal tax returns.
• Managing ad‑hoc requests and ensuring timely communication.

Job description

TLDR :

This is a fully remote position open to residents across Canada can be based in any city, province or territory.

Role : Tax Technician

Location : Remote open to any Canadian resident

Team Size : 60

Ideal Experience : at least 2 years of experience in tax compliance or in public accounting

Salary Range : $50,000 – $65,000 CAD

LiveCA is a Canadian remote‑first CPA firm with a community that spans from coast to coast.

We’re focused on creating a workplace where people can do meaningful high‑impact work while also having the flexibility to enjoy what’s important to them outside of work. While how we work may evolve our purpose stays the same: high-impact work and a meaningful life.

Our values are a reflection of the people who make up our team and how we work. We are:

• Humbly confident
• Collaborative
• Adaptable
• Growth oriented

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Tax Technician you will be responsible for delivering a great client experience that results in strong and lasting client relationships. To succeed in this role you will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

• Preparing year‑end compilation engagements, corporate tax returns including federal and provincial filings for clients operating across multiple jurisdictions.
• Preparing and filing federal and provincial sales tax returns, personal tax returns and trust tax returns.
• Preparing tax slips such as T4s, T5s and other relevant slips as required.
• Supporting clients with their payroll compliance requirements which may include review of payroll remittance reports and other relevant payroll filings or related correspondence with CRA.
• Managing ad‑hoc requests, questions and emails from fellow team members by appropriately prioritizing them and ensuring timely communication in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Assisting in preparing responses to CRA audits and notices including gathering supporting documentation corresponding directly with CRA and communicating with the LiveCA team throughout the process.
• Supporting the team in researching tax‑related questions and compiling reference materials as directed.
• Assisting with the preparation of tax election forms and related filings such as T2057s and voluntary disclosure applications.
• Assisting in corporate reorganization and other special tax engagements with direction by the Manager or Senior Manager, including but not limited to carrying out the following responsibilities:
• Supporting in the drafting of legal instruction memos.
• Preparing supporting documents such as share‑capital tables, notice‑to‑reader valuation calculations and safe income calculations.
• Working with dynamic and growing clients; other related duties may be assigned in support of client needs.
• Providing coverage for colleagues as needed.
• Contributing to innovation which may include initiating process improvement, documenting new or updated procedures, developing standardized templates and collaborating with the larger team on such initiatives.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma in a business program.
• CPA designation not required.
• At least 2 years of experience in tax compliance or public accounting.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial statements and Canadian tax basics (corporate and personal).
• Skilled in learning new programs and systems.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to multi‑task competing priorities.
• Passion for excellent client services.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with others towards a common goal.
• We recognize that the best person for the job may not tick all these boxes. All applications will be reviewed (by a human) to determine relevant experience and education.

WHY LIVECA

• Remote friendly and flexible schedule: at LiveCA you are not tied to specific office hours. Our team has autonomy over when and how they work as long as their team and clients continue to be supported.
• PTO: 3 weeks vacation and 3 floating holidays per year for cultural or personal events that don’t fall within the statutory holiday calendar. All employees start with 10 paid sick / mental‑health days.
• Benefits: extended health benefits and an additional $2 000 per year Health Spending Account for any other needs.
• Tech stipend: $150 /month for at‑home office / tech expense that falls outside the equipment LiveCA provides to all employees.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

LiveCA is an equal‑opportunity employer and we welcome people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will strive to accommodate applicants’ needs throughout the recruitment process. If selected to move forward please email with the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

KEY SKILLS

• Tax experience
• Accounting software
• GAAP
• QuickBooks
• Accounting
• Sage
• Account reconciliation
• Analysis skills
• Research experience
• SOX
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial analysis

Employment Type: Full‑time

Experience Required: 2 years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 CAD