Intermediate Accountant – Tax

connectFirst Credit Union

. Complete income tax returns for the credit union and its subsidiaries .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing income tax returns, tax provisions, and reconciliations while adhering to IFRS Accounting Standards. Proficient in analyzing tax implications and maintaining comprehensive documentation for compliance and reporting.

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Income Tax Return PreparationIFRS Accounting StandardsCPA DesignationCanadian Tax LegislationAdvanced Microsoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Income Tax ReturnsTax ProvisionsReconciliationsFinancial Statement DisclosuresTax CalculationsVariance AnalysisGeneral Ledger ManagementTax Instalment CalculationsFinancial ReportingTax Policy Documentation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailStrong Communication SkillsTraining and MentoringInitiativeAnalytical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

Financial Reporting SystemsMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in AccountingCPA Designation or Progress Toward CPA

Industry Keywords

Corporate TaxationGST/HST RequirementsFinancial ReportingTax AuthoritiesExternal Auditors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Complete income tax returns for the credit union and its subsidiaries
Complete GST returns and related reconciliations and supporting schedules
Prepare quarterly income tax provisions and financial statement note disclosures in accordance with IFRS
Prepare current and deferred tax calculations, rate reconciliations, and continuity schedules
Complete reconciliations, continuity schedules, and other accounting tasks
Prepare tax instalment and payment calculations and reconcile tax accounts to filings and financial records
Perform monthly variance analysis of general ledger balances and initiate corrections
Prepare information and respond to external auditors, tax advisors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders
Train junior accounting team members on assigned tasks and documentation
Research and analyze tax implications of unique or new transactions and legislative changes
Document technical considerations, conclusions, and supporting analysis
Maintain tax policies, memos, and procedure documentation
Apply accounting knowledge and IFRS Accounting Standards to transaction recording and reporting
Work with initiative and without day-to-day direction on assigned activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, B. Comm or equivalent
CPA designation or active progress toward CPA designation; enrolment in the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP) preferred
4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience or exposure to corporate taxation
Experience preparing income tax returns, tax provisions, reconciliations, and supporting tax schedules
Working knowledge of Canadian federal and provincial income tax legislation and GST/HST requirements
Understanding of financial reporting and IFRS Accounting Standards, including income tax accounting
Experience working with general ledger and financial reporting systems
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with financial data and reporting tools
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-supported work within recurring deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to communicate tax and accounting matters clearly to stakeholders
Must successfully pass a criminal background check, reference check, and credit check to qualify for hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation including performance-based incentive pay and profit share
Health and wellness benefits
Vacation programs
Retirement savings programs
Training and development opportunities
Career advancement potential
Flexible work options
Meaningful work towards individual and corporate goals
Employee volunteer program and opportunities to give back
Credit union membership benefits including profit sharing, voting for the board of directors, and access to financial services
Inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace
Accommodations available during every stage of the hiring process upon request