Senior Accountant - Canada Tax

Bestaxca; Lahore; On-site; PKR 16,616,000 - 27,693,000; Full time

Job summary

Bestax Chartered Accountants in Dubai serving UAE and Canada seeks an experienced tax professional focused on Canadian taxation and accounting. You will prepare corporate (T2) and personal (T1) returns, file GST/HST, and support payroll taxes while staying current with CRA rules.

Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, CaseWare, TaxCycle, and strong analytical skills are essential to deliver timely, accurate tax and accounting work for international clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required).
• 3-4 years of experience in Canadian taxation & accounting.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax laws, CRA regulations, and compliance.
• Experience with T1, T2, GST/HST, and payroll tax filings.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, CaseWare, TaxCycle, or similar software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Opportunity to work with international clients (Canada-based).
• Professional growth and learning opportunities.
• Friendly and collaborative work environment.
• Training on accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.).
• Career development and promotion opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file corporate (T2) and personal (T1) tax returns.
• Assist with GST/HST filings, payroll taxes, and other routine submissions.
• Support basic tax planning to help reduce tax liabilities.
• Stay updated with Canadian tax rules and regulations.
• Review financial data to ensure accurate tax calculations.
• Handle basic tax notices and communicate with authorities when needed.
• Use accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, and CaseWare.
• Maintain bookkeeping records and prepare financial reports.
• Coordinate with the team to complete tasks on time.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

CaseWare

TaxCycle

Job description

Bestax Chartered Accountants | Full time

Bestax Chartered Accountants is a team of dedicated, and qualified public accountants, located at the heart of Dubai, Business Bay and offers numerous services such as VAT, Corporate Tax & Excise Consultancy, Accounting & Bookkeeping Services, Audit & Assurance services, Internal Audits, Software Solutions, Business Setup Services, ESR, UBO and AML Compliance and other financial and business consultancy services.

Job Description

Bestax is a leading accounting, tax, audit, and business setup firm with operations in Dubai and Canada, serving businesses across the UAE, Canada, and beyond. We provide end-to-end support in accounting, bookkeeping, audit and assurance, company formation, VAT, corporate tax, excise tax, AML compliance, stock audits, and wider business advisory services. With a team of qualified professionals, we help businesses maintain accurate financial records, comply with evolving regulations, and make sound financial and strategic decisions. Our clients value our clear reporting, professional approach, and practical solutions that strengthen compliance, improve financial clarity, and support long-term business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file corporate (T2) and personal (T1) tax returns.
  
• Assist with GST/HST filings, payroll taxes, and other routine submissions.
  
• Support basic tax planning to help reduce tax liabilities.
  
• Stay updated with Canadian tax rules and regulations.
  
• Review financial data to ensure accurate tax calculations.
  
• Handle basic tax notices and communicate with authorities when needed.
  
• Use accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, and CaseWare.
  
• Maintain bookkeeping records and prepare financial reports.
  
• Coordinate with the team to complete tasks on time.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  
• Minimum 3-4 years of experience in Canadian taxation & accounting
  
• Strong knowledge of Canadian tax laws, CRA regulations, and compliance
  
• Experience with T1, T2, GST/HST, and payroll tax filings
  
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, CaseWare, TaxCycle, or similar software
  
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills
  
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines
  
• Opportunity to work with international clients (Canada-based)
  
• Professional growth and learning opportunities
  
• Friendly and collaborative work environment
  
• Training on accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.)
  
• Career development and promotion opportunities