Our fast-paced tax and accounting office is looking for an experienced, confident tax preparer that understands that customer service is critical to the success of any business. The successful candidate will accurately prepare and submit Personal (T1) returns including, where applicable, sole proprietorship business returns and GST preparation and filing. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as to interact with clients both on the phone and in person combined with excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

Additionally, the successful incumbent must have a set of prerequisite skills and qualifications to allow them to perform their tasks effectively, including:

- Being attentive and detail-oriented to ensure accurate calculations and to avoid errors
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure all tax information is gathered, that the client is clear on their obligations and to address queries as well as to deal with internal team members and related government agencies
- Ability to use deductive reasoning to identify or determine if the client qualifies for credits or deductions




- Excellent analytical skills for solving mathematical problems
- Good customer service skills
- Proficiency in related software including Microsoft Excel and Word as well as accounting software such as Quickbooks and Sage
- Experience/proficiency with tax preparation software such as Taxcycle and Profile
- Excellent decision-making skills and sound judgement capabilities

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a quick-paced environment and a commitment to maintain currency on tax law changes.

Work Hours

Must be able to work evenings and weekends during peak season with the average week ranging from 35 to 44 hours.

Our firm encourages on-going education in the tax preparation field and is willing to reimburse employees for pre-approved, tax-related courses upon successful completion.

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Tuition reimbursement

Experience:
- Public Tax Preparation: 2 years (required)

Language:
- read and write fluent English. (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Tax Preparer (Calgary)
🏢 Zoomin Groomin
📍 Calgary