Staff Accountant (Tax)

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes, and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for 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.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Investment bookkeeping for trusts and estates
• Preparation of trust and estate tax returns
• Preparation of capital dividend elections
• Preparation of T4 and T5 slips
• Preparation of personal tax returns
• Preparation of the election forms
• Preparation of responses to CRA processing review and audit requests
• Assist with calculations as needed
  

A successful candidate will have:

• 2-3 years prior tax season experience (minimum)
• 2-3 years public practice accounting experience (minimum)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with commitment to client service and teamwork
• Strong desire and dedication to work, learn, and thrive in a fast passed, innovative, and dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Self-motivation and a strong work ethic with an ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills

What you bring to the table:

• Collaborative, curious and innovative mindset
• Commitment to excellence with a people centered mentality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information clearly and concisely
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think creatively to resolve client issues
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong work ethic and attention to detail

What's in it for you?

When you join us, you can expect:

• Rewarding opportunities at every stage of your career
• Challenging and varied assignments
• Competitive compensation, incentives, and rewards
• Professional networking and mentoring programs
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• A leadership team committed to your success.
• To engage with leading experts and colleagues across Canada and the world
• The opportunity to influence tomorrow for clients, community and the profession.

Job type: Full-time

Your schedule: Monday to Friday

Where you'll work: Calgary, AB

Working Conditions: You will be expected to work in a hybrid office environment at our Calgary office. During peak periods, there might be a requirement to work overtime to meet project deadlines and support team needs.

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you. We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know during the application process.