Location: Cambridge, ON(in-person)Employment Type: Seasonal Part-Time / Full time (Feb–May)Contract length:3 months (Feb–May)Compensation:$26.00 per hourExpected Hours:20 – 40 per weekStart Date:ASAPAbout TaxAssist Accountants CanadaWe are a growing public practice accounting firm focused on delivering exceptional accounting, tax, and advisory service to small-to-medium Canadian businesses. Our culture values professionalism, accuracy, client trust, and long-term relationships. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a talented Senior Tax Professional to join our team and contribute to the development of our practice.About This PositionThe Senior Tax Professional is the highest-level technical tax preparer within the practice. This role prepares and reviews complex returns, supports audit-related matters, and provides technical guidance to junior and mid-level tax staff.The ideal candidate has strong experience in personal taxation, advanced tax problem-solving ability, and a passion for mentoring others.Key Responsibilities1. Advanced Tax PreparationPrepare complex T1 personal tax returns, including:Self-employed and small business income,Rental property schedulesMultiple income sources and multi-year filingsInvestment income, capital gains, and foreign reporting (T1135)Pension income splitting and specialized deductionsEnsure all filings comply with current tax legislation and best practices.2. Review & Quality ControlReview returns prepared by Tax Professionals and Tax Associates.Ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper documentation in all tax filings.Provide clear, actionable feedback to help staff improve technical skills.Identify tax savings opportunities and areas requiring deeper analysis.3.



CRA Review & Audit SupportAssist clients with CRA review letters and reassessmentsAudit documentation requestsCommunicate professionally with clients to explain processes and next steps.Advise staff on proper handling of CRA correspondence.4. Staff Mentoring & Technical LeadershipSupport the development of Tax Professionals and Tax Associates through coaching.Train staff in tax rules, software use, documentation standards, and workflow.Serve as the internal technical resource for questions on complex scenarios.Contribute to seasonal training sessions and continuous learning efforts.5. Software & Workflow ExpertiseUse tax preparation software at an advanced level (e.G., iFirm TaxPrep, TaxCycle, ProFile, or similar).Guide team members in efficient digital file management and e-filing processes.Maintain strong documentation practices and ensure adherence to security standards.Qualifications & ExperienceRequired5+ years of Canadian personal tax preparation experience.Strong technical proficiency with complex T1 returns.Experience supporting or preparing files for CRA reviews or audits .Previous experience reviewing returns prepared by other staff.Solid understanding of bookkeeping fundamentals as they relate to tax filings.Strong communication and mentoring abilities.PreferredPrevious experience in a tax-focused practice.Experience guiding or training junior tax preparers.Familiarity with bookkeeping or cloud accounting systems.Ideal CandidateHighly accurate and detail-oriented, even under time pressure.Enjoys solving complex tax scenarios and providing technical leadership.Confident working directly with clients on sensitive tax matters.Strong communicator with a collaborative approach to team mentorship.Tech-savvy and comfortable with modern tax and workflow tools.

📌 Senior Tax Professional - C$26 An Hour - Part Time (Cambridge)
🏢 TaxAssist Accountants Canada
📍 Cambridge