Job Summary

We're looking for an experienced Senior Tax Preparer to prepare and file personal taxreturns for individuals and families in Dartmouth and across Nova Scotia. You'll handlereturns from simple to complex, work directly with clients by phone and email, and serveas a go-to resource for the team on complex files.

This is a full-time, year-round role built around the tax calendar. Hours peak during taxseason (March–April) and ease off to a four-day week in the off-season, giving you agenuine work-life balance for most of the year.

Duties

- Prepare and e-file personal (T1) tax returns using qualified tax software, includingreturns with employment, self-employment, rental, investment and foreign income
- Prepare supporting forms and schedules, including T1135 foreign property reporting,and apply the full range of credits and deductions
- Act as a client's representative with the CRA through Represent a Client, including handling notices, reviews, reassessments and correspondence
- Interview clients by phone and email to gather information, understand their situationand explain outcomes clearly
- Take ownership of complex or unusual files, research the issue and resolve it, or escalate promptly when needed
- Review returns prepared by other team members and support less experienced preparers during busy season
- Assist with estate and corporate returns, bookkeeping and HST filings as needed
- Stay current on annual federal and Nova Scotia tax changes and share updates with the team
- Troubleshoot basic issues with tax software and office tools
- Keep client files organized, accurate and confidential

Qualifications

Required





- 8+ years of paid professional tax preparation experience
- Hands-on experience with professional tax software, preparing and filing complexpersonal returns (employment, self-employment, rental, investments, T1135, foreignincome, credits and deductions)
- A CRA RepID, to be provided on hiring so you can use the CRA Represent a Clientservice
- Solid working knowledge of Canadian tax law and its year-over-year changes

Assets

- Experience with estate (T3) and corporate (T2) tax filings
- Bookkeeping experience
- Experience preparing and filing HST returns

Skills and attributes

- Tax expertise: a strong grasp of tax laws and concepts, and a habit of seeking outlearning to keep up with annual changes
- Communication: clear, friendly and confident on the phone and by email; listens actively to understand each client's concerns
- Problem solving: takes ownership of client problems, uses the tools and resources available, and resolves or escalates them promptly
- Resourcefulness: curious and committed to continuous learning; follows procedures confidently and finds the right answer for each client
- Technical aptitude: comfortable learning new software and troubleshooting basic issues
- Client focus: genuinely enjoys helping people navigate the complexities of taxation

What we offer and how to apply

- Year-round employment with a four-day week for roughly half the year
- Highly competitive salary above industry standards
- Benefits: Clear bonus scheme directly impacted by performance
- A collaborative team and a loyal local client base

Work Location: In person

📌 Tax Preparer (Dartmouth)
🏢 Smart Group
📍 Dartmouth