CPA/Senior Tax Preparer

Kingston (Travel may be required)Vacancy Status: At Wilkinson, a career in tax is about more than compliance. Our holistic approach gives you the opportunity to take ownership of your work, develop your technical expertise and build long-term, meaningful relationships with clients. As Eastern Ontario’s leading regional accounting firm, we serve a broad range of industries and not-for-profit organizations providing our staff with extensive experience as well as interesting and challenging work. Who We Are:

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a small firm feel with the opportunity for work-life balance yet our staff, resources, and technical knowledge could rival any national firm. we are leaders in our field and committed to service excellence. What You’ll Do:As a senior member of our Tax department, you will work closely with Partners, Managers, and other members of the Firm to deliver high-quality tax planning, compliance, and advisory services. Tax Compliance and Engagement Execution Prepare and review corporate, partnership, trust, estate, and personal income tax returns. Prepare and review tax provisions and related working papers. Take ownership of assigned tax engagements, including coordinating information, managing timelines, and identifying matters requiring escalation. Monitor the progress of assigned files and help ensure engagements are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established deadlines. Tax Planning and Technical Work C onduct research and analysis on a wide range of Canadian and international tax matters. Ass ist with corporate and personal tax reorganizations, including developing implementation steps and preparing supporting calculations. Prepare technical memoranda, instruction letters to legal counsel, client reporting letters, and related documentation. Prepare and review income tax models and calculations. Review legal documents related to tax reorganizations and identify matters requiring further consideration. Assist with trust and estate compliance and planning matters. Research and analyze indirect tax matters, including GST/HST filings, elections, and rebate claims. Support Partners and Managers in identifying and implementing tax planning and advisory opportunities. Explain tax requirements and technical concepts in clear, practical language. Identify potential planning opportunities, risks, and issues and bring them forward to the appropriate Manager or Partner. Support the development of junior team members through file review, technical guidance, and day-to-day coaching. Assist with the delivery of internal tax training and the preparation of technical resources. Contribute to departmental workflow planning and help identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. Share technical knowledge and promote consistent practices across the Tax team and the Firm. Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Chartered Professional Accountant designation is required. 5+ years of progressive public accounting experience, with a strong focus on taxation. Enrollment in or completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program, or an equivalent tax education program, is preferred. Experience preparing complex tax returns, tax provisions, planning calculations, and technical documentation. Experience reviewing tax files and providing feedback to junior team members. Strong tax research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly and practically. A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to quality. A proactive mindset and commitment to ongoing technical and professional development. Opportunity for flexible, compressed, or modified work weeks Paid overtime including the opportunity to take up to two weeks per year off in lieu of overtime payment In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Wilkinson & Company will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. AI Usage: Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are not utilized for recruitment processes. About Wilkinson & Company LLPWith offices in Belleville, Kingston and Trenton, we are Eastern Ontario’s leading regional accounting firm. our accounting group provides knowledge and resources to a wide range of industries with an extensive list of service offerings. Our clients are supported by one of the most experienced teams of tax specialists in the region and our expertise and technical skills are comparable to those of national public accounting firms. Wilkinson has an unwavering commitment to service excellence, client satisfaction and our local community. The foundation of our firm is long-term client relationships; we take pride in the time we take to get to know our clients
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