7 Tax Assistant jobs in Canada

Assistant Manager, Tax (Hybrid) 
Location: Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Salary: $95,000 $120,000 CAD + Bonus

Were hiring for a Assistant Manager, Tax  on behalf of a nationally recognized public accounting firm based in Toronto. With over 40 years of experience serving over 130 public companies annually, this firm offers a dynamic, high-performance environment ideal for tax professionals looking to take the next step into leadership.

As an Assistant Manager in the Tax team, you'll lead compliance engagements, support strategic planning projects, and mentor junior staff. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Senior Associates ready to grow into a client-facing, advisory-heavy leadership role.

• Manage corporate tax compliance engagements from start to finish

• Review and guide the preparation of complex corporate and personal tax returns
• Conduct technical tax research and provide written analysis on Canadian and cross-border tax matters

• Support clients with tax strategies aligned to business goals

• Collaborate with senior team members to ensure high-quality, timely client delivery

• Mentor and coach a team of 8 junior tax staff

• Identify risks and planning opportunities to support client success

• Participate in internal process improvements and business development initiatives

• CPA designation (completed)

• 3+ years of Canadian corporate tax experience in public practice

• Currently enrolled in or completed CPA In-Depth Tax Program (Year 3+) or MTax equivalent

• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act

• Excellent tax research, writing, and communication skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and client relationships

• Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

• Additional language skills are an asset

• Leadership-track opportunity with direct exposure to Partners and Directors

• Collaborative and supportive work culture

• Hybrid flexibility with a centrally located Toronto office

• Competitive salary + bonus

• Career growth through professional development and mentorship

How to Apply:
Send your resume to with the subject line: Assistant Manager, Tax Toronto . Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Work Authorization: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Job Description

Salary:

We are looking for a Manager/Assistant Manager Canadian Tax to join our teambring your ambition and shape what comes next.

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. Thats why were invested in your growth from day onebecause the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Manager/Assistant Manager Canadian Tax to join our teama role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, youll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a differencefor 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:

• Working closely with all Tax Partners and other Senior staff on business tax compliance, tax provision and tax advisory engagements and to develop and implement tax planning for clients
• Build and manage client relationships at a senior level; advise clients by delivering high quality tax service and advice

• Reviewing and approving technical research, tax planning recommendations for public and private companies.
• Reviewing complex Canadian corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns and other tax work prepared by staff.

• Actively mentor and coach staff to their highest potential

• Identifying client service opportunities

Whats in it for you?

• Career Growth opportunities
• Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental and group life benefits
• Family Benefits - parental leave top-up program for new parents
• Matching RRSP plan
• Annual bonus program
• Health and wellness spending account.
• Vacation and personal days (4 weeks per year)
• Continuing Professional Development courses are provided as well as numerous informal training and development opportunities. The Firm will also reimburse you for approved professional development fees and membership dues
• An open-door culture promoting interaction with all staff levels, including partners
• A fully stocked kitchen with breakfast foods, healthy snacks, and treats during tax season, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year
• Overtime meal and parking reimbursements
• Monthly reimbursement towards parking on transit subsidy
• Monthly reimbursement for your smart phone fees
• A smart casual dress code (client/day specific)
• Client referral, employee referral, and vehicle purchase incentives
• Many entertaining social events throughout the year

Where youll work: Toronto

Job type:Permanent, Full-time

Your schedule:Monday to Friday

Total rewards:

Baker Tilly is fair and competitive when it comes to rewarding our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors and levels. Our total rewards philosophy is rooted in recognizing people's unique contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver. Along with a competitive base salary we offer comprehensive benefits and perks, performance bonuses and flexible hybrid work. For more information on our Total Rewards click here!

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something biggeran ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If youre ready to make an impact, were ready to meet you.

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status:

New Role: This job posting is for a newly created role within our organization. This position has been established to support our growth, and we are excited to welcome a new team member to help us achieve our goals.

If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly via email. All virtual interviews will be conducted exclusively on Microsoft Teams. We will never request additional personal information such as bank details or other sensitive data.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non-merit factors. Baker Tilly is dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.

Baker Tilly WM LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Limited. All members of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative and Baker Tilly International Limited are separate and independent legal entities.

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Job Description

Tax Compliance Specialist

$70,000 - $0,000 + Annual Bonus

Maxville, ON - On-site

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Corporate Administration, and Manufacturing Operations. STRIVE supports various clients, from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations, for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

The Role

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and take full ownership of a highly specialized tax and compliance function? This is not a templated, routine tax role. Youll work hands-on with numbers, reporting, and compliance in the fast-paced petroleum industry, digging into the trenches to solve problems and provide meaningful insights.

Reporting directly to the Controller, youll partner closely with the Finance Director and other departments across the company, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant tax reporting while contributing to strategic initiatives.

This role is highly analytical, independent, and solutions-oriented, offering you the chance to grow in a supportive, private company culture that values curiosity, problem-solving, and results.

Advantages

• 7090K base with a 5% performance bonus
• 3 weeks vacation + 5 days sick leave + 5 additional days
• Health benefits starting after 90 days (company-paid premiums)
• 3.5% RRSP match from day one
• Fuel/product discounts and partial gym membership reimbursement after 90 days
• Training and professional development support

Responsibilities

• Own the day-to-day tax compliance and reporting processes for direct and indirect taxes, from preparation to analysis and documentation.
• Dive deep into numbers, no templates, no shortcuts, providing hands-on analysis and problem-solving.
• Collaborate across departments to improve controls, processes, and reporting while maintaining compliance with fuel and gas regulations.
• Support tax audits, assessments, and financial reporting by gathering documentation and performing technical analyses.
• Maintain a tax compliance calendar and ensure all corporate licenses and filings are current.
• Use advanced Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau to analyze data, identify trends, and create actionable insights.
• Prepare tax estimates, monitor payments/refunds, and assist with cash tax forecasting.
• Participate in strategic projects and enterprise initiatives that require tax expertise.
• Stay up-to-date on Canadian tax law and industry-specific regulations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate processes while minimizing risk.

Requirements

• 35 years of accounting experience, ideally with exposure to fuel transport, petroleum, or indirect tax (not public accounting)
• Strong technical and analytical skills, with a natural curiosity and problem-solving mindset
• Hands-on experience with Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau
• Knowledge of Canadian GAAP practices and experience working with auditors
• Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally across departments
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Bilingual (French & English) is an asset
• CPA designation or close to completion is a plus
• Solutions-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment where deadlines matter

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Job Description

Salary:

About the job

TAAG is a multidisciplinary firm offering a wide range of services for small and medium-sized businesses, individuals, governmental and non-governmental organizations. TAAGs service lines include accounting and bookkeeping, tax planning, multi-family office services including wealth management, business and corporate law, and marketing and design.

We are seeking a highly skilled Manager of Accounting and Tax to oversee our accounting operations and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The ideal candidate will lead the accounting team, manage tax planning and reporting processes, and drive efficiencies to support TAAGs financial goals.

This role offers an opportunity for advancement, with the potential to become a partner at the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable/receivable and general ledger.

• Prepare accurate financial statements, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

• Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal policies.

• Responsible for monthly and quarterly financial close processes.

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of tax returns.

• Lead tax planning initiatives to minimize liabilities and identify opportunities.

• Keep updated with changes in tax laws and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.

• Train, mentor, and supervise accounting staff.

• Set performance goals, conduct reviews, and foster professional growth within the team.

• Develop and implement tax strategies and planning solutions for clients, including creating formalized tax planning tools for retirement.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing clients.

• Actively promote the firms services to support business development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field (CPA preferred).

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and tax experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

• Experience working with Small/Medium Businesses.

• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Sage Simply Accounting, QuickBooks, Tax prep and CaseWare) and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations.

• Knowledge or exposure to ASPE/IFRS would be considered an asset.

• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to address client inquiries clearly and professionally.

• Committed to delivering quality work while meeting tight deadlines.

• Collaborative team leader with a strong emphasis on teamwork and partnership.

• Bilingualism (English/French) an asset.

Why TAAG?

The numbers are secondary to the person sitting in front of us or on the other side of the phone. Every single one of us takes ownership of what we do for each other and for clients. Our team provides a warm environment for clients and solves problems collaboratively. We treat everyone with friendliness and care.

Apply Today!

If you are interested to apply, please submit your resume to Human Resources at

TAAG Accounting is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Job Description

OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Controller - Commercial, the Specialist, Tax and Compliance will provide support to ensure accurate and timely tax compliance reporting for MacEwen Petroleum and related companies.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in Maxville, Ontario.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing returns and analysis, and documentation for all direct and indirect taxes for MacEwen Petroleum Inc. and related companies.
• Partnering with business departments to define measure, analyze, and improve controls, reports, and tax-related processes.
• Tax accounts for financial reporting purposes to ensure activity and balances are reconciled and appropriately reflect the Company’s tax position and status.
• Proactively and effectively supporting the management of tax audits and assessments by performing technical analysis and gathering documentation in support of the audit process.
• Maintaining and monitoring a tax compliance calendar to ensure all returns are filed in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that all necessary tax licenses are up to date.
• Gathering and preparing necessary documents and liaising with external service providers to prepare all corporate tax and information returns.
• Consistently monitoring and evaluating the internal processes and guidelines to ensure efficiency and providing recommendations on optimizing and automating the tax function while minimizing tax risks.
• Assisting with any tax matters associated with enterprise initiatives, business transactions and tax projects.
• Ensuring that procedural documentation is up-to-date and easily followed.
• Preparing estimates and monitor tax payments/refunds to assist the Treasury Group with short and long-term cash tax forecasts.
• Participating in special projects/performing technical research as assigned by management.
• Staying up to date on developments in Canadian tax law that impact the company.
• Creation of internal audit queries that will ensure all customers are setup accordingly.
• Other related duties as required or assigned.

EDUCATION & SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE:

• Post-secondary diploma in Accounting, Finance or Business is required.
• 3-5+ years of accounting experience, preferably including working with tax (asset if international organizations operating in multiple jurisdictions).
• Sound knowledge of Canadian GAAP practices and applications.
• Experience working with external auditors and government auditors.
• Establish strong cross-functional working relationships with business units including Legal, Operations, Accounting, Business Development, Human Resources and Treasury to ensure tax risks are proactively identified and managed.
• Excellence in leveraging technology to add value and simplify processes is required.
• Team player who will partner in the process.
• Strong professional communication ability (verbal and written) for a variety of audiences.
• Proven technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, self-starter with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Demonstrable and exceptional attention to detail.
• Highly organized and able to meet tight deadlines.

ASSETS:

• Experience in the Petroleum industry.
• Bilingual in both English and French.
• Knowledge of SQL queries. (Preferably complex).
• Experience in using Power BI and/or Tableau in connection with SQL.
• Certified/Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA/CA) designation or close to completion.

WHY JOIN THE MACEWEN TEAM?

• Learn and collaborate with the best in the industry.
• Supportive colleagues and leaders who are passionate about providing exceptional service.
• Competitive compensation package.
• 3 weeks vacation to start.
• Complete benefits program including health, medical, dental, and life insurance.
• RRSP plan with Company match from day one.
• “The perks” include employee gym membership reimbursement, discounts on motor fuels at our service stations, and purchases of equipment and heating oil.

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OUR CORE VALUES:

It is important to us that when you consider a new opportunity, you understand a little about the company, its history, and its values. It is important to us that our values fit with yours, then everyone wins. Our Core Values are the cornerstone of who we are as a company, and what we value. We hope that our Core Values speak to you and what you value.

• Customers First - We exist, first and foremost to serve our customers. They must be at the heart of all the decisions we make.
• Long-Term Focused - We value long-term success over short-term gains.
• Respect Each Other - Each person with whom we work, communicate, and do business is valued and treated with dignity and respect.
• Do The Right Thing - We stand by our word and do what's right.
• Own It - We are encouraged to be entrepreneurial and make decisions as if the business were our own.
• Ever Evolving - We embrace positive change and always seek to improve.

MacEwen is a Canadian-owned and operated fuel and convenience provider that has successfully built and sustained customer relationships in Ontario and Quebec for over 48 years.

MacEwen is recognized as one of Canada's leading independent petroleum and convenience store companies with over 150 retail locations, 16 Divisional Offices, and two distribution centers with identified brands such as Quickie, County Line, Jutzi, MacEwen and Esso.

The Company's continuing success is based on each one of our 315 employees living our core values. First and foremost is our commitment to taking care of our customers.

Before an offer of employment is extended, a minimum of two business references will be required and candidates must complete pre-employment testing which comprises a criminal record check.

Please notify Human Resources if you wish to receive this job posting in a different format or require any other accommodations during the recruitment process.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This posting is for a vacant position.