Career Opportunity

Tax-Pertise Services will be looking to hire a motivated and experienced Income Tax Preparer for the 2027 tax season. This is a seasonal contract position beginning with part-time pre-season training in early 2027, followed by full-time employment during the regular tax season that begins on February 16, 2027 and ends on April 30, 2027.

About Us

Tax-Pertise Services, located at 107 - 2289 Fairview St. in Burlington, ON, has been in business for over 35 years, is family owned and operated, and is well established and respected in its community. We are proud to be multiple award winners with the Burlington Post, Hamilton Spectator, and Flamborough Review Readers’ Choice Awards for our Income Tax Preparation and Accounting services. Work for us in a comfortable and professional setting, where your income will be guaranteed and not commission based!

Core Responsibilities:

- Prepare tax returns for individuals and small businesses by reviewing tax documents and financial records, and processing straightforward to complex income tax returns using our professional software system
- Communicate with clients to ensure complete and accurate information is gathered
- Answer any client questions clearly, accurately, and with confidence
- Collaborate with other income tax preparers and administrative staff within the office to work toward an efficient and effective workflow
- Ensure client confidentiality and privacy

The job is fast paced and requires an efficient, motivated, and experienced candidate.

Qualifications:

- 2+ years of prior tax preparation experience with professional tax preparation software




- Completed course of study in tax preparation and/or accounting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate in person
- Previous experience in a customer service environment
- Knowledge and experience with a Windows based computer system
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment
- Prior bookkeeping experience an asset

Schedule:

- Guaranteed minimum of 35-40 hours/week for the duration of tax season
- Must be available to work Mondays to Saturdays inclusive during the peak season, with a flexible work shift between the following hours (may be negotiable, based on availability):

9:00 am to 5:00 pm or 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday, Tuesday and Friday (8 hour shift)

9:00 am to 5:00 pm or 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday and Thursday (8 hour shift)

9:00 am to 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Saturdays (4 hour shift) - March and April only

To apply, please forward your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burlington, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Please apply only if your schedule allows you to work full time hours (per the job description) at our office in Burlington, Ontario. There is no opportunity for remote employment. Are you in agreement?

Experience:

- Income Tax Preparation (in a professional capacity): 2 years (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (required)
- Night Shift (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Income Tax Preparer (Burlington)
🏢 Tax-Pertise Services
📍 Burlington