The Role : A Tax Professional with 3+ years focused on Canada T1 returns, who has performed reviews of tax files, possesses excellent communication skills, and is looking for a Senior Associate role in a hybrid setup in BLR/HYD/Kolkata.
Core Requirements (Must-Have)
- Experience: 3-5 years in Canadian Personal Income Tax (T1 returns).
- Review Experience: This is mandatory. The candidate should have significant experience reviewing T1 tax returns.
Technical Knowledge:
- Strong command over T1 preparation and review (all major schedules, slips, deductions, credits, etc.).
- Good understanding of Canadian tax rules, including provincial variations (especially Ontario, BC, Alberta, etc.).
- Experience with tax software like Profile, TaxPrep, or CCH iFirm.
- Communication Skills: Very strong verbal and written English. The role likely involves client communication, queries resolution, and team discussions with onshore (Canadian) clients or teams.
Good-to-Have Qualifications
- Prior experience working in KPO/BPO, Big 4, mid-tier CA firms, or specialized tax processing firms handling Canadian/US tax.
- Exposure to T4, T5, T3, NR4, foreign income reporting, rental income, capital gains, etc.
- Ability to handle complex returns (self-employed, cross-border, investment income).
- Basic knowledge of tax planning and optimization strategies for individuals.
- Experience in quality review / second-level review processes.