Full Job Description: Tax Accountant
Location: Coquitlam, BC
Position Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Kai Strategy & Finance is a comprehensive business advisory firm dedicated to supporting businesses at every stage of growth to achieve their financial goals. We provide full-service accounting and bookkeeping, tax compliance, and audit support, alongside financial strategy, corporate structuring, and business analysis. Our team is built on collaboration and professionalism, with a shared focus on delivering high-quality work and supporting long-term growth for both clients and staff.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Tax Accountant with experience in Canadian public practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in personal and corporate tax, bookkeeping review, CRA correspondence, and financial statement preparation.
This role is well suited for someone who wants exposure to a broad range of tax, accounting, and advisory work while continuing to develop their technical skills in a client-focused public practice environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Taxation Services
Prepare and assist with a wide range of tax filings, including:
- T1 Individual Income Tax Returns
- T2 Corporate Income Tax Returns
- GST/PST Returns
- T3 Trust Income Tax Returns
- T5013 Partnership Returns
- T3010 Charity Returns
- T1135 Foreign Income Verification Statements
- Other specialized tax and compliance filings as required
CRA Correspondence and Audit Support
- Respond to CRA inquiries and requests for information
- Prepare supporting documentation for CRA reviews and audits
- Assist with payroll, GST/HST, corporate tax, and personal tax review matters
- Communicate with CRA on behalf of clients when required
- Help identify issues that may reduce future audit or compliance risks
Business Advisory Support
- Assist with basic tax planning and business advisory matters
- Support corporate structuring, reorganizations, and compliance work under senior supervision
- Assist clients with start-up, expansion, and operational planning matters
- Help prepare financial analysis and reporting for client decision-making
Financial Reporting and Accounting
- Prepare compiled financial statements for small and medium-sized businesses
- Review bookkeeping records and identify required year-end adjustments
- Prepare working papers and supporting schedules
- Assist with corporate year-end files from start to completion
Client Engagement
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Communicate clearly with clients regarding tax, accounting, and compliance matters
- Manage assigned files and deadlines efficiently
- Work collaboratively with partners, managers, and bookkeeping staff
Qualifications
- CPA designation or CPA student preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of Canadian public practice experience preferred
- Experience preparing T1 and T2 tax returns
- Working knowledge of Canadian tax compliance requirements
- Experience with CRA correspondence, reviews, or audits is an asset
- Proficiency with accounting, tax, and productivity software such as QuickBooks, CaseWare, Microsoft 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, or similar programs
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn and grow within a public practice environment
What We Offer
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Diverse Role: Exposure to personal tax, corporate tax, CRA audit support, financial reporting, business advisory, and corporate structuring.
Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative and professional team where your work is valued.
Competitive Compensation: Range of $50,000 to $75,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
Immediate Start: Begin contributing to meaningful client work right away.
How to Apply
If you are ready to grow your career in a dynamic and client-focused accounting firm, we want to hear from you.
Please reply to this ad with your resume and cover letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 3 years (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
