Senior Accountant, Canadian Tax Services

BDO•Barrie, ON

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

BDO is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their Canadian Tax Service team in the Barrie office. This is a replacement role where the successful candidate will be responsible for managing tax audits and appeals, developing client strategies, identifying and documenting tax filing positions, preparing and reviewing various tax returns, and researching tax issues. The role emphasizes demonstrating BDO's core values of Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration, understanding client needs, delivering high-quality work, and contributing to an inclusive and innovative work environment.

Requirements

Completed or nearing completion of CPA designation
Enrolled or in the process of enrolling in the in-depth tax course
3+ years of experience in public accounting with a specialization in tax
Good understanding of relevant tax legislation, corporate, personal, and trust tax compliance and planning
Value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work

Responsibilities

Deal with tax authorities on tax audits and appeals
Develop and implement strategies for clients to capitalize on business opportunities
Identify and document tax filing positions including risk analysis
Prepare and review personal, corporate, and trust income tax returns along with other tax information forms
Research tax issues and prepare memoranda or client letters, including writing reports/letters at the appropriate level for the intended audience