Baker Tilly REO LLP is seeking a Tax Accountant to join our growing team.

At Baker Tilly REO, you will work with a team of dynamic professionals who pride themselves on exceptional client service and a commitment to success. We also appreciate the value of work-life balance for our staff. We offer:

• a competitive salary,
• wellness and fitness incentives,
• flex time, and
• a comprehensive benefit package.

Baker Tilly REO is an independent member of Baker Tilly Canada. With member firms from coast to coast, we are one of the country’s largest associations of Chartered Professional Accounting firms. With an international network, we have a longstanding reputation for value-added accounting, tax, and advisory solutions. We embrace a model of client-focused, partner-led service and believe that quality of life for our high-performance team is important. We have strong community roots and believe in providing our clients with high quality personalized services.

A seven partner, locally owned firm with offices in Carleton Place, Cobden, Morrisburg, Pembroke and Winchester, our over 50 staff serve  companies at all stages of their development from emerging and owner-managed businesses to large private companies, not-for-profit organizations, professionals, and individuals.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Execution and completion of a wide range of Audit, Review and Compilation engagements, both independently and as part of a team
• Analyze statistical, financial, and accounting reports; accounting processes and operational procedures; provide account reconciliations and propose adjusting entries
• Preparation of personal, corporate, non-profit organization information and charitable tax returns
• Work with senior tax staff to provide client tax planning services including research of tax issues and preparation of memoranda
• Collaborate with peers and senior management on file planning and completion within time constraints
• Assist senior tax staff with the preparation and presentation of technical sessions to firm staff
• Provide personal, attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships within core hours of 9:30 to 4:00

A successful candidate will have:

• Completion of an Accounting Program – College or University
• Related work experience in public accounting or within a small to medium sized business would be an asset
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and technical competencies to execute work at the direction received up front from other experienced staff using Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, QuickBooks Online and/or any other tax preparation software. Any prior experience with these programs is an asset
• Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, project management and organizational skills
• Ability to detect and solve problems
• Sound judgement regarding confidential information and sensitive matters
• Professional manner, strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide value-added service to clients and strong understanding of a client-focused fast paced work environment including related deadlines. Ability to effectively pivot between tasks, prioritize and manage deliverables to meet conflicting deadlines
• The ability to accept feedback and apply feedback to future engagements
• A passion for tax work!

Application Information:

Remote work opportunities will be considered for this position if work is performed from a secure location such as your home office in Ontario. Position may require attendance at company events a few times a year.

Interested candidates are asked to email their cover letter and resume to chburrus@bakertilly.ca indicating ‘Tax Accountant’ as the subject line of the email.

We are an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to fostering and supporting a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.