Buckberger Baerg & Partners LLP is a local firm of experienced professionals with a rapidly growing team providing assurance, tax, consulting and advisory services across Saskatchewan and Western Canada. We are currently seeking an experienced Chartered Professional Accountant - Tax to become an integral part of our team.

For more information on our firm check out our website at www.bbllp.ca.

Summary

A Chartered Professional Accountant-Tax at the Firm will play an important role in delivering outstanding client services to our broad client group and for assisting with the growth and development of our talented staff. The Chartered Professional Accountant- Tax is expected to uphold ethical principles and conduct themselves professionally. Acting with integrity, the CPA –Tax will establish close working relationships with our clients, staff and partners to continuously deliver high quality service in accordance to the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), government legislation and Firm Standards. A CPA-Tax will always adhere to the quality assurance guidelines established by the Firm.

Education and Experience

Post-secondary degree/certificate in business or management
CPA designation- demonstrated commitment to focus on tax including ongoing participation in Tax Group meetings.
Completed or Intention to register for/ continue in the InDepth Tax Course in the upcoming performance cycle (not for rotational tax positions)
Knowledge of MS Office and accounting software

Core Values

Success with Integrity – We will be honest and forthright in our quest to achieve happiness, balance and fulfillment.

Service with Innovation – We will use new ideas, technology, and methods to deliver flexible service.

Key Competencies

Demonstrate superior ethical behaviour and professionalism
Self-motivated and conscientious
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Able to work independently and within a team environment
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Willingness to learn
Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
Well-developed leadership and delegating skills
Development of staff through leadership and coaching
Highly focused on client service

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The CPA-Tax will provide taxation advisory and related advisory services to public and private clients in our diverse industry sectors.

This job description does not deal with every situation that may arise during employment. It is intended to reflect the core responsibilities and tasks of employment with the Firm.

Detailed duties will include but are not limited to:

Tax Services

Plan and execute engagements related primarily to compliance focused work
Work with partners and tax managers on corporate reorganization and planning engagements
Ensure completion of tax compliance requirements on a timely basis (may include federal, provincial, and foreign filings as required)
Communicate with Canada Revenue Agency and other tax administrations and agencies
Assist with client audits by CRA or other tax agencies, as well as follow up on any results of audits
Participate, with partner or managers involvement, in estate planning for clients: wills, insurance, trusts etc.
Work with the tax technician group, providing support for training, review and supervision of tax tech duties (eg review of more complex T1 Adjustments)
Draft tax returns to ensure they are complete and submit to managers and partners
Report and discuss with partners and managers/senior managers any matters encountered that may adversely affect the outcome of the engagement or that may require modification
Read and review the Income Tax Act and other relevant tax materials to stay current with tax practices
Carry out all work with an objective frame of mind
Consult with clients to obtain required information in order to complete the file
Gather, sort and organize any materials from clients
Conduct research of client’s business, compile data and prepare papers for consideration
and/or presentation to partners or others
Create and implement the engagement plan, ensuring that relevant budgets and procedures are completed on time and in budget
Able to justify timelines and budget variances if required
Clear all review notes on a timely basis and ensure they are complete
Follow up on any outstanding issues in the completion of the tax project
Act as a line manager for CPA students (detailed responsibilities below)
Review tax working papers prepared by junior staff
Prepare working papers not delegated to junior staff members
Provide weekly updates on project progress and billing processing to partners/managers to ensure that all work is completed on a timely basis
Update Practice continually, ensure that budgets are complete and that accurate deadlines are put into Practice
Prepare complex personal and corporate income tax returns
Review personal and corporate income tax returns
Provide business and tax advice to clients
Provide assistance to clients in areas regarding wealth management, financial advice, tax audits and property investment
Take initiative to map out entrance into and progression through the In Depth Tax course
Develop and deliver In House Tax PD as requested
Take initiative to continuously expand and update professional knowledge and skills to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity

CPA Student Line Manager

Model the values of the CPA profession
Responsible for the direct supervision of tax assignments of CPA students
Ensure student is given all of the information required to complete the tax projects in conjunction with orientation and training
Review of tax areas of student work throughout the articling period

Additional Responsibilities

Keep current on professional standards to ensure they are always adhered to
Attend seminars and conferences
Continuously work to improve written and oral communication
Perform and complete other accounting-related duties as required
Positively represent the firm in the community in actions and participation in events, committees, organizations etc. that are of interest to you

Your ability to carry out these duties and others that may be assigned from time to time will be considered as part of your annual performance assessment.

Please apply, in confidence, with cover letter, resume and three (3) references

Buckberger Baerg & Partners LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Overtime pay

Benefits:

Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
RRSP match
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

Chartered Professional Accountant designation (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saskatoon, SK

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