Tax Accountant

Tax Accountant Buchanan Barry LLP – Calgary, Alberta We are looking for a Tax Accountant to join our team! Are you ready for a workplace that values your whole self—where your personal well-being is just as important as your career growth? At Buchanan Barry LLP, we believe you can thrive in public accounting without sacrificing your well-being. We're a mid-sized, people-first firm with a fresh perspective—proving that meaningful work and a balanced life can coexist. Who We Are For over 60 years, Buchanan Barry has been helping clients grow while ensuring our team members grow too. We’re proud to offer an inclusive, supportive, and down-to-earth workplace where individuals are valued, voices are heard, and flexibility is more than a buzzword. Whether you're cycling to work or caring for family, we respect your time both in and out of the office. Why Buchanan Barry? We don’t just talk culture—we live it. Here’s what sets us apart: Paid Overtime – Your time is valuable. We recognize it. Flexible Scheduling – Be available during CORE hours, but plan your day how it works for you. Diverse Experience – Compilation, tax, assurance—you won't be stuck in a silo. Health & Well-Being – We support active lifestyles and balanced lives. Continuous Learning – Ongoing training and mentorship to help you advance at your pace. Who You Are You’re a thoughtful, motivated accounting professional who brings both heart and skill to your work. You thrive on variety, care about your clients, and want to make an impact—without burning out. The core skills and responsibilities of this position are: Liaise with clients and their other advisers, and manage those relationships; Manage clients' high level personal and corporate tax and GST matters; Prepare complex tax returns, election forms and other compliance; Perform technical research, develop planning strategies and make appropriate recommendations to support deliverables; Prepare detailed planning and associated research; Prepare detailed correspondence with tax authorities and other professionals, and manage those relationships; Review complex corporate, trust, personal and partnership income tax returns; Work closely with Tax Partner on tax planning for our clients; Stay current with changes to tax legislation and facilitate development of tax team; Assist the Audit and Assurance department with complex tax compliance matters as required; and Identify marketing opportunities within existing internal and external networks. Although concentration of work type varies over the year (i.e., more compliance in March and April), you can expect a work breakdown approximately as follows: Tax planning – 25% Complex tax compliance – 55% Tax Controversy, including Voluntary Disclosures and Audits – 15% Other – 5% What You Bring: Canadian Chartered Accountant designation Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and able to work independently with minimum supervision; Strong financial, analytical and project management skills; Strong work ethic; Possesses entrepreneurial spirit and a team player attitude. Ready to Explore What’s Next? Let’s connect. Send your resume and a short note to Mary McCartney at [email protected] and tell us why you’re excited to work with us. We value every applicant’s time and interest. While only those selected for interviews will be contacted, we appreciate your consideration.

The Tax Accountant will manage client relationships and handle complex personal and corporate tax matters. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns, performing technical research, and assisting with tax planning.

Candidates must have a Canadian Chartered Accountant designation and possess strong communication and analytical skills. A strong work ethic and the ability to work independently are also essential.

• Paid Overtime • Flexible Scheduling • Health & Well-Being • Continuous Learning

• Gestion de projetSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Tax Planning
• Tax Compliance
• Technical Research
• Client Management
• Communication
• Analytical Skills
• Project Management
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Team Player
• Attention to Detail

• Finance & Accounting

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

13 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level

Mode de candidature

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