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Senior Associate - Accounting & Tax

Location: Toronto, ON | Hybrid

Salary: $80,000-$120,000 + bonus

About the Firm

Our client is a boutique public accounting firm serving a diverse portfolio of clients across industries including manufacturing, retail, real estate, professional services, technology and more.

The firm offers a personalised, client-focused approach, combining traditional accounting and compliance services with specialist expertise in advanced tax planning and US tax matters. With a strong emphasis on building lasting client relationships, the team works closely with business owners and individuals to provide practical solutions tailored to their needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, entrepreneurial firm where you can take ownership of your work, develop your technical expertise and build meaningful client relationships within a close-knit team.

About the Opportunity

The firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate - Accounting & Tax with a strong background in Canadian public accounting. This role is ideal for a well-rounded accounting professional who is comfortable managing year-end engagements and preparing personal tax returns across a varied client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare corporate year-end financial statements and working papers from trial balances.Prepare and complete corporate income tax returns and related Canadian compliance filings.Prepare personal income tax returns for a diverse client base.Manage multiple client files, ensuring accuracy, organisation and timely completion of deliverables.Apply sound technical knowledge to accounting and tax matters, keeping up to date with relevant regulatory and legislative developments.Maintain high standards of file documentation, quality control and compliance with firm procedures.Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing responsive and professional service.Collaborate with colleagues to support the smooth delivery of client engagements.About You

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical foundation in public accounting, a hands-on approach and the ability to work independently in a small, collaborative environment.

Requirements:

7-8+ years of experience in public accounting, ideally within a generalist accounting and tax practice.Strong experience preparing corporate year-end financial statements from trial balances.Solid knowledge of Canadian corporate compliance and personal income tax returns.Proficiency in CaseWare and tax preparation software is essential.CPA designation preferred; candidates with 10+ years of relevant experience without a designation will also be considered.Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.A proactive, self-motivated approach with the confidence to take ownership of client files.A team-oriented mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.Compensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary of $80,000-$120,000, depending on experience and qualifications.Hours-based bonus opportunity.Additional discretionary performance bonus, reviewed annually.Health Spending Account following the first 90 days, covering eligible expenses such as dental, vision, massage therapy and physiotherapy.Hybrid working arrangement, with approximately 1-2 days per week in the Toronto office, increasing to around 3 days during tax season.A supportive, close-knit working environment with opportunities for professional development and growth.Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to join a growing boutique firm where you can work across a varied client portfolio, take ownership of your files and contribute directly to the firm's continued development. The role offers a balance of technical accounting and tax work, flexibility and the opportunity to build long-term client relationships without the structure of a larger firm.

Interested? If you're an experienced public accounting professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

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Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Preparer - Remote (U.S.)

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience
Location: Jacksonville, FL | Fully Remote Opportunities Available Across the U.S.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Public Accounting / Tax Advisory
CPA / EA: Preferred but not required

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established, boutique CPA and tax advisory firm in Jacksonville, Florida, seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant / Tax Preparer to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong tax professional who enjoys hands-on preparation, working directly with clients and taking ownership of tax engagements from start to finish.

Unlike traditional Tax Manager positions, this role is focused primarily on tax preparation rather than reviewing other professionals' work or managing a team.

The firm works with a diverse portfolio of privately held businesses, individuals and other entities, offering the opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting tax matters.

The successful candidate will join an experienced, collaborative team and have the opportunity to take ownership of their work without unnecessary layers of management.

Key Responsibilities

Independently prepare federal and applicable state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, trusts and nonprofit organizations.

Prepare returns including Forms 1040, 1041, 1065, 1120 and 990, as applicable.

Work directly with clients to obtain tax documentation, clarify information and resolve outstanding questions.

Review financial information and supporting schedules to ensure accurate tax return preparation.

Navigate QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop to obtain financial information and make necessary adjustments.

Prepare and post journal entries and adjusting entries where required.

Identify missing information, discrepancies and potential tax compliance issues.

Manage assigned tax preparation work independently, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Communicate effectively with clients and internal team members regarding deadlines and outstanding requirements.

Support a smooth transition of existing client responsibilities through an initial handover period.

Requirements

Proven experience preparing individual and business tax returns within a CPA firm, public accounting practice or similar professional tax environment.

Strong hands-on experience with Forms 1040, 1041, 1065 and 1120; experience with Form 990 is highly desirable.

Ability to independently prepare returns with minimal supervision.

Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, with the ability to navigate QuickBooks Desktop files.

Experience preparing adjusting journal entries and working with financial statements.

Strong understanding of federal tax compliance requirements.

Comfortable communicating directly with clients and requesting financial information.

Excellent attention to detail, time management and organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple client engagements and deadlines.

Qualifications

CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is advantageous but not essential.

Candidates actively pursuing their CPA or who have completed some CPA examinations are encouraged to apply.

Practical tax preparation experience and technical proficiency will be prioritized over formal credentials.

Remote Working Arrangements

The firm offers fully remote opportunities for candidates based outside the Jacksonville area.

Remote employees will collaborate with the team through Zoom and other virtual communication tools.

Occasional in-person visits to Jacksonville may be required throughout the year.

Candidates based locally in Jacksonville should expect an onsite working arrangement.

Applicants must be comfortable working independently and maintaining direct client communication.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience.

Opportunity to work remotely for candidates outside Jacksonville.

Exposure to a diverse portfolio of individual and business tax clients.

Direct interaction with experienced firm principals.

Potential employer support toward obtaining a CPA qualification.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This role is ideal for an experienced tax professional who enjoys the technical side of public accounting and prefers preparing returns over managing people.

You'll have the opportunity to work with an established client base, take ownership of your assignments and contribute directly to a smaller, hands-on accounting practice.

If you're a Senior Tax Accountant, Tax Preparer, Tax Specialist or experienced Enrolled Agent looking for a new opportunity with remote flexibility, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Kyla Morgan at Smart4Energy Talent for a confidential conversation.

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