ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join their growing firm. This role is ideal for a confident professional with extensive knowledge of Canadian tax and who enjoys managing complex files, reviewing staff work, and delivering high-quality client service in a collaborative environment.

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in corporate tax compliance, file review, and client support, while working closely with junior accountants who handle bookkeeping and simple tax preparation.

Tax Preparation & Compliance:

Prepare approximately 100 complex personal tax returns (T1s) per year, including:

• Self-employed individuals, Multiple rental properties, Investment income, Employment expenses, Foreign income/assets, Complex deductions and credits

Prepare approximately 50–70 corporate tax returns (T2s) per year, including:

• Reviewing year-end working papers prepared by junior staff
• Preparing adjusting entries and tax-related adjustments
• Completing corporate schedules and filings

Review 300–400 simple personal T1 returns per year prepared by junior accountants to ensure accuracy, compliance, and firm standards.

Handle CRA correspondence and review letters, including:

• Communicating with clients to obtain supporting documentation
• Preparing responses and adjustments
• Liaising directly with the CRA as required

Client Management & Support

• Act as a primary point of contact for assigned clients.
• Communicate tax results clearly and professionally.
• Identify issues or risks and escalate as appropriate.

Team Support & Review

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior accountants.
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with firm standards.
• Assist with workflow efficiency and maintaining consistent processes.
• Perform other related accounting or administrative duties as required.

Diploma or degree in Accounting or related field.

Minimum 10 years of experience preparing personal and corporate tax returns in accordance with Canadian tax legislation and CRA requirements.

Strong working knowledge of:

• Canadian income tax legislation
• CRA compliance and correspondence
• Personal and corporate tax filings

Proven experience reviewing junior staff work.

Proficiency with:

• Tax software (TaxCycle)
• Accounting software (QuickBooks Desktop & Online)
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Workflow management tools (Karbon or similar)

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.

Prior experience in a public accounting or professional services firm is required.

COMPENSATION

$75,000-85,000

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PERKS

• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Hybrid work potential after successful completion of the training period.
• Flexible summer hours (July–September): work longer Mon–Thurs and enjoy Fridays of.
• Paid training and continuing professional development.
• Paid time of enhancements and annual Health Spending Account after probation

Note, the successful candidate can work out of either location - Brantford or Simcoe office - but will need to be able to travel to the other location for various appointments as required.

Please note that due to the volume of applications only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview. We will assist with the screening of the resumes, those shortlisted will be contacted directly by our client for next steps. No phone calls please. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate, if you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.