Accounting Technician/Tax preparer

  • Prepare simple personal and corporate tax returns for a variety of clients.
  • Review simple tax returns prepared by junior staff.
  • Assist with bookkeeping, as required.
  • Communicate with CRA and the client to resolve tax inquiries.
  • Occasionally visit client site, near by.
  • Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates on an ongoing basis.
  • Build relationships directly with clients to understand tax history and provide the most value for ongoing tax compliance needs.
  • You demonstrate core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
  • You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
  • You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
  • You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
  • You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
  • You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

Your experience and education

  • You have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience preparing Canadian personal Tax returns in a professional environment.
  • You have experience working with a Tax preparation software ie. CANTAX.
  • You have experience working with accounting software, ie. Quickbooks.
  • You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work.
  • You thrive in an extremely high volume, fast paced environment with tight deadlines.
  • We enable you to engage with the firm's strategic plan, and be a key contributor to the success and growth of the firm.
  • We help you be the best professional you can be in our services, industries and markets.
  • Achieve your personal goals outside of the office and make an impact on your community.

Must Have : Some experience in Canadian Personal and Corporate Tax, CANTAX, TAXPREP or PROFILE.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Experience:

  • Payroll: 2 years (preferred)
  • accounting: 2 years (preferred)
  • General Accounting: 2 years (preferred)
  • Bookkeeping: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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