Tax Specialist

Rise CPA

Tax Specialist involved in tax planning and compliance engagements for Canadian tax at Rise CPA. Delivering expert insights and financial guidance for privately-owned businesses in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 4/12/2026full-timeCoquitlam • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$75,000 - CA$95,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Preparing tax technical research including various tax correspondence and memos for estate planning, corporate reorganizations, CRA audits, and other tax transactions
Completing complex tax planning calculations for corporate reorganizations and divestitures
Preparing complex tax compliance, including tax returns and election forms
Providing support for team members on tax related matters for all clients
On an ongoing basis, identify opportunities for additional Rise services with existing clients and proactively move the opportunity forward within the firm as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree in an accounting program
Designated CPA
Completed Year 1 of the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course, or currently enrolled in Year 1 of the CPA Canada In-depth Tax Course is preferred
3+ years of public practice experience, with a minimum of 1 in Canadian private company tax
Strong tax compliance background with an understanding of the issues and challenges faced by small-to-medium sized businesses
Independent, highly motivated, and a self-starter
Multi-tasker and can manage multiple clients simultaneously
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) – and commitment to maintaining an open, transparent dialogue with colleagues and clients
Effective relationship-builder – we want our clients and your direct reports to enjoy working with you!
’One Team’ mindset – openness to collaborate with all colleagues and bring positive energy to the team!

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Commitment to support your continued professional development
Opportunities to advance and grow in the firm
Hybrid workplace and flexible hours
Collaborative environment and open-door policy – easy access to Partners and Management
Supported study and exam time
In-house training programs
4-day summer work weeks in July and August
Flexible dress code
Paid health & wellness days
Social and community events held year round

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax technical researchtax compliancetax returnstax planning calculationscorporate reorganizationsdivestituresCRA auditstax correspondenceelection forms

Soft Skills

independenthighly motivatedself-startermulti-taskerstrong communication skillseffective relationship-buildercollaborativepositive energy

Certifications

Undergraduate degree in accountingCPACPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course