At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and review Canadian income tax returns while collaborating with a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Baker Tilly, a leading advisory and accounting firm focused on building better futures.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, banked overtime, and comprehensive health benefits from day one.
- Other info: Participate in fun team-building activities and ongoing professional development.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in tax work while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business or Law; 3-5 years of accounting experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 65000 - 98000 $ per year.
Be part of something bigger. Build with us today - Now, for tomorrow. At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That's why we're invested in your growth from day one - because the steps you take today define your tomorrow. We are looking for a Senior Tax Analyst to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
Your role:
- Assisting with the preparation and review of various Canadian income tax returns (T1, T2, T3 returns)
- Work with Tax Managers and Partners to develop and implement tax planning projects including research of tax issues and preparation of memoranda
- Identify issues and errors with respect to Canadian income tax filings, investigate discrepancies and discuss with managers or engagement partners to develop resolutions
- Correspond with clients and various government agencies to address and resolve client tax compliance issues
- Prepare correspondence, technical reports, client summaries and presentations
- Collaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlines
- Be a mentor to junior team members
- Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all client tax files and correspondence
- Preparation and presentation of technical sessions to firm staff
- Provide personal, attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships and identify client service opportunities
What you bring to the table:
- Completion of Bachelor's Degree in either Business or Law
- Intention to enroll or have enrolled in the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course and/or Master of Taxation Course
- 3 - 5 years of accounting experience, tax experience considered an asset
- High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, and tax research software
- Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, project management and organizational skills
- Strong analytical and research skills, and the creativity to identify problems and potential solutions
- 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
- A passion for tax work!
What's in it for you?
- Flexible working arrangements once training is complete
- Banked overtime program (say hello to summer Fridays off)
- 3 weeks paid vacation to start moving to 4 weeks once CPA designation is received
- Employer paid benefits package including comprehensive health and dental starting from day one
- Family Benefits - parental leave top-up program for new parents
- Enhanced mental health benefits
- Wellness subsidy
- RRSP matching program
- Client referral, employee referral bonus program
- A leadership team committed to your success
- Challenging and varied assignments
- Ongoing training and support for professional development
- Team building adventures (we've thrown axes, taken a river cruise and rooted for the Jays in the Dome - just to name a few)
- A professional, fun and friendly working environment
Where you'll work: We are currently hiring in our offices in Courtice and Peterborough, ON.
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary range: $65,000 - $98,000 a year
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.
Senior Tax Analyst in Peterborough employer: Baker Tilly Canada
Baker Tilly is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, where your expertise as a Senior Tax Manager will be valued and impactful. With opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and training, you will not only enhance your skills but also contribute to the development of future leaders in the field. Located in Dartmouth, NS, or offering remote flexibility from Ontario, Baker Tilly provides a supportive environment that prioritizes employee well-being and client success.
