16 results for Tax Preparer in Ontario

Tax Manager

Barrie, ON
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Permanent
130000 - 180000 CAD / Yearly
Tax Manager Step Into a Leadership Role with a Respected Public Accounting FirmOur client, a well-established and highly regarded public accounting firm in the Barrie area, is seeking a Tax Manager to join their team in a key leadership capacity.This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional who enjoys working closely with owner-managed businesses, providing meaningful advisory support, and leading a team in a collaborative, client-focused environment. The OpportunityAs a Tax Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality financial reporting, tax compliance, and advisory services. You’ll act as a trusted business partner to clients while mentoring team members and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.MWhat You’ll Do<ul><li>Review year-end financial statements prepared by staff accountants, ensuring compliance with ASPE and delivering accurate, meaningful reporting</li><li>Oversee and review corporate (T2) and personal (T1) tax returns prepared by staff, maintaining high standards of quality and meeting critical deadlines</li><li>Provide detailed file review, feedback, and coaching to staff accountants to support development and continuous improvement</li><li>Advise owner-managed clients on compensation strategies, including optimal salary vs. dividend planning</li><li>Lead and review tax reorganizations and corporate structuring transactions, ensuring alignment with accounting and disclosure requirements</li><li>Provide hands-on mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate staff, answering queries and supporting their growth</li><li>Manage relationships with CRA and provincial tax authorities, resolving audits, inquiries, and reassessments efficiently</li><li>Conduct tax research and deliver clear, practical recommendations to clients on compliance and planning opportunities</li><li>Oversee the preparation of tax planning strategies, working collaboratively with legal advisors on reorganizations and estate planning</li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and supporting their evolving business needs</li></ul>
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Ottawa, ON
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Temporary
35 - 41 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to support a long-term contract opportunity for our client based in Ottawa, Ontario. This position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll and accounting activities with accuracy across a multi-provincial environment. The successful candidate will bring strong Excel capabilities, hands-on experience with payroll and accounting systems, and the ability to contribute to financial reporting, planning, and day-to-day reconciliations. Responsibilities:• Administer bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule for employees working in multiple provinces.• Maintain payroll records, deductions, and remittances while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll and tax requirements.• Reconcile general ledger payroll accounts and investigate any variances to support accurate financial reporting.• Complete monthly banking activities and perform account reconciliations to ensure transactions are properly recorded.• Review and reconcile corporate card or expense-related transactions, including Visa activity, in a timely manner.• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by preparing payroll and accounting data for analysis and planning.• Use payroll and accounting platforms, including Payworks and related systems, to process transactions and maintain data integrity.• Prepare and update spreadsheets and financial schedules in Excel to track payroll, reconciliations, and reporting requirements.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Mississauga, ON
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Temporary
45 - 50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations for a construction and contractor environment in Mississauga, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can oversee complex payroll activities, maintain compliance, and produce accurate reporting across union and non-union groups. The successful candidate will bring strong payroll accounting knowledge, a disciplined approach to reconciliations, and the ability to manage time-sensitive payroll cycles with accuracy. Responsibilities:• Process and maintain employee compensation, payroll data, hours worked, earnings, and deductions within the payroll system.• Complete weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing accurately and on time for both union and non-union employee groups.• Generate and review audit, exception, and reconciliation reports to validate gross-to-net pay, labour hours, pay rates, deductions, and payroll accuracy.• Manage payroll disbursements, including direct deposits, pay statements, garnishments, employment insurance claims, and government correspondence.• Validate and reconcile payroll transactions with downstream systems, including job costing, general ledger, payroll taxes, benefit remittances, and statutory payments.• Partner with outsourced payroll tax compliance providers and coordinate payroll tax notices, remittances, and compliance activities.• Prepare and submit union and non-union payroll reporting, including certified payroll, prevailing wage, and benefit remittance reports, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, provincial/state, and job-specific regulations.• Coordinate and support payroll tax audits, union benefit audits, annual workers' compensation audits, and other payroll-related compliance reviews.• Investigate, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies, variances, and exceptions in a timely manner.• Create queries, reports, Excel workbooks, and summary analyses to support payroll operations, audits, and business requirements.• Provide audit support and prepare documentation for internal and external auditors.• Perform additional payroll and accounting duties and participate in process improvement initiatives as assigned.
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Senior Tax Accountant

North York, ON
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Permanent
95000 - 115000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half Canada is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing organization seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to support a complex, multi-entity environment. This role is ideal for a tax professional with strong experience in Canadian corporate tax compliance, partnership filings, indirect tax, tax planning, and general accounting. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing tax obligations, supporting advisory initiatives, coordinating with external advisors, and contributing to broader finance and reporting functions. Key ResponsibilitiesTax Compliance<ul><li>Review T2 corporate income tax returns for multiple entities, including supporting schedules such as Schedule 1 reconciliations, Schedule 8 CCA/UCC, Schedule 50, and other related filings.</li><li>Review T5013 partnership returns and partner slips for limited partnership structures.</li><li>Manage foreign reporting requirements, including T1135 Foreign Income Verification Statements for entities with offshore fund investments.</li><li>Prepare EIFEL calculations and Schedule 130 filings and coordinate member notifications for impacted partnerships.</li><li>Review and file GST/HST returns, including prior-period adjustments and rebate claims, with a focus on rules related to residential construction and development activities.</li><li>Monitor tax filing calendars, instalments, and deadlines across all entities to ensure timely remittances and assessment follow-up.</li></ul>Tax Planning & Advisory<ul><li>Support tax planning initiatives related to development structures, intercompany financing, and transactional matters.</li><li>Assist with tax analysis involving inter-corporate dividends, Part IV tax, section 55(2), RDTOH, and shareholder loan considerations.</li><li>Advise on the tax treatment of capital cost allowance, terminal losses, recapture, and asset dispositions.</li><li>Research and document tax positions related to partnership loss allocations and at-risk rules for limited partners.</li><li>Liaise with external tax advisors and legal counsel on complex tax matters and transaction structuring.</li></ul> Audit, CRA & Controls<ul><li>Act as a primary contact for the Canada Revenue Agency in connection with the organization’s entities.</li><li>Respond to CRA queries, reviews, and audits by preparing supporting documentation, reconciliations, and technical analysis.</li><li>Maintain well-organized, audit-ready tax files and documentation supporting tax filings and positions taken.</li><li>Identify and recommend improvements to tax processes, controls, and compliance tracking.</li></ul>General Accounting<ul><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations across multiple entities.</li><li>Prepare working papers and assist with the annual external audit or review process.</li><li>Contribute to financial statement preparation and internal management reporting.</li><li>Help strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and finance policies.</li><li>Provide guidance to junior accounting staff and review work as needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Toronto, ON
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Temporary
23.75 - 27.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accountant to support key financial operations for a contract opportunity based in Toronto, Ontario. This role focuses on maintaining accurate records, completing month-end reconciliations, and assisting with financial statement preparation in a hands-on, in-office environment four days per week. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to work confidently with financial systems and high-volume data. Responsibilities: • Complete month-end account and bank reconciliations to help ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. • Enter and maintain financial data in accounting systems with a high degree of precision and consistency. • Support the preparation and review of financial statements by organizing records and validating account balances. • Process invoices and assist with accounts payable activities in accordance with established procedures. • Contribute to payroll-related accounting tasks and help verify supporting documentation where required. • Use Excel and Salesforce to track, analyze, and update financial information for reporting purposes. • Work with accounting and ERP platforms to manage daily transactional activity and maintain complete records.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Accountant

North York, ON
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Temporary
33.25 - 38.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accountant to join a Toronto, Ontario team in a Long-term Contract position. This role supports day-to-day financial operations while providing clear analysis and dependable reporting that helps leaders make sound business decisions. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate accounting records, strong controls, and coordinated financial administration across areas such as payments, reconciliations, investment activity, and contract support. This position also plays an important part in finance process improvement and in supporting the rollout, adoption, and ongoing enhancement of the organization’s financial management system. Responsibilities: • Oversee core accounting records by maintaining the general ledger and related financial documentation with a high degree of accuracy. • Manage payable and receivable activities, including reviewing invoices, processing transactions, and helping ensure payments and receipts are recorded on time. • Complete regular reconciliations for bank accounts, corporate credit cards, and other balance sheet items to support reliable financial reporting. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc financial analyses that highlight trends, explain variances, and identify potential risks or opportunities. • Support planning activities through budget-to-actual reporting, forecasting, cash flow review, and financial modelling for management use. • Record and reconcile investment transactions, confirm portfolio balances against custodian information, and produce periodic investment reporting for stakeholders. • Assist with audit and compliance requirements by organizing schedules, preparing supporting documentation, and helping meet legislative and policy obligations. • Strengthen finance operations by documenting procedures, recommending efficiencies, and serving as a key support resource for financial system configuration, testing, training, and continuous improvement. • Coordinate finance-related deliverables, monitor reporting timelines, and maintain organized contract records to help ensure deadlines and administrative requirements are met.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

North York, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Join a Growing, Specialized Tax Practice in the North GTAOur client, a well-established and growing mid-sized public accounting firm in the North GTA, is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their highly regarded specialized Tax Practice.This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional who wants to deepen their expertise, work on complex and interesting files, and collaborate with a high-performing team in a firm that values professional development and client impact. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Prepare and review a wide range of income tax returns (personal, corporate, and trust), ensuring accuracy and full compliance with Canadian tax regulations</li><li>Handle information returns and regulatory filings, keeping clients compliant and up to date</li><li>Assist with tax elections, objections, and dispute resolution, gaining exposure to more complex tax matters</li><li>Analyze CRA notices and statements of account, identifying issues and recommending next steps</li><li>Build strong relationships with clients by providing clear, timely, and professional tax guidance</li><li>Support tax planning and advisory engagements, helping clients optimize their financial outcomes</li><li>Act as a key liaison with tax authorities, managing inquiries and resolving issues on behalf of clients</li><li>Stay ahead of changes in Canadian tax legislation, applying new rules and guidance proactively</li><li>Collaborate closely with colleagues across the practice to deliver high-quality, timely client service</li><li>Leverage modern tax software and tools to drive efficiency and accuracy in all deliverables</li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll consultant

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Temporary
63 - 73 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll consultant to support a long-term contract opportunity in Ottawa, Ontario. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can build structure, improve processes, and provide reliable guidance across complex payroll operations in the United States and internationally. The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills and hands-on expertise managing payroll, benefits, compliance, and vendor coordination in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities:• Establish and organize payroll operations for a newly formed or developing payroll function, creating practical processes that support accuracy and consistency.• Oversee end-to-end payroll activities for employees in the U.S. and other jurisdictions, ensuring timely processing and alignment with applicable legislation and internal policies.• Administer payroll-related records, deductions, taxable benefits, and remittances with careful attention to compliance requirements.• Work closely with internal stakeholders to address payroll inquiries, explain processes clearly, and build confidence across teams.• Review payroll data for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues through detailed analysis and corrective action.• Coordinate with external payroll providers and system partners to support service delivery, reporting needs, and process improvements.• Support benefit and expense-related payroll components, including integration points involving platforms such as Concur and payroll applications.• Contribute to audits, reconciliations, and documentation updates to strengthen payroll controls and reporting reliability.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ottawa, ON
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Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a finance team just outside of Ottawa, Ontario west-end. This position is suited to someone who is detail oriented and can manage month-end activities, support annual financial reporting, and help maintain accurate accounting records. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively within established deadlines. Responsibilities:• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.• Lead key month-end accounting tasks, including reconciliations, journal entries, and review of general ledger activity.• Coordinate year-end financial preparation by organizing records, assisting with closing activities, and supporting external reporting requirements.• Review financial data to identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and help maintain reliable accounting information.• Ensure accounting documentation is complete, well-organized, and aligned with internal controls and reporting standards.• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to gather financial information required for recurring and annual reporting.• Contribute to continuous improvement in accounting processes to strengthen efficiency and reporting quality.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Mississauga, ON
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Temporary
20 - 23 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a Hi Tech Engineering organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support accurate and timely payroll administration by reviewing payroll records, maintaining data integrity, and preparing reporting for internal use. You will work closely with payroll colleagues to help ensure payroll activities are completed in line with applicable standards and deadlines. Responsibilities:• Enter, update, and maintain payroll information with a high level of accuracy across regular processing cycles.• Review payroll records to identify discrepancies, verify supporting details, and help resolve issues before final processing.• Conduct audits of payroll data to support compliance, consistency, and completeness in employee pay information.• Prepare payroll-related reports and summaries for review, analysis, and record-keeping purposes.• Collaborate with other payroll team members to coordinate processing activities and meet established timelines.• Investigate payroll questions or exceptions and provide clear follow-up to support timely resolution.• Help maintain organized payroll documentation while handling sensitive employee information with discretion.• Contribute to continuous accuracy and efficiency in payroll operations by identifying process gaps and supporting improvements.
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Richmond Hill, ON
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Temporary
18.9715 - 21.967 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join an IT software organization in Richmond Hill, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will support accurate and timely payroll operations by reviewing employee pay information, maintaining payroll records, and preparing reporting for internal use. You will work closely with payroll colleagues to help ensure payroll activities are processed in accordance with company standards and applicable legislation. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Enter and maintain payroll information in payroll systems with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Review payroll records to identify discrepancies, validate supporting information, and help resolve issues before processing is completed. • Prepare regular payroll-related reports and summaries to support internal tracking, reconciliation, and compliance needs. • Collaborate with other members of the payroll team to help deliver accurate and timely payroll processing for employees. • Audit payroll data, including earnings, deductions, and employee updates, to support compliance with payroll policies and regulatory requirements. • Investigate payroll-related questions or exceptions and assist in resolving concerns in a thorough and timely manner. • Organize and manage multiple payroll tasks at once while meeting established deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

North York, ON
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a healthcare-focused organization in Toronto, Ontario. This position plays an important role in administering employee pay, benefits-related payroll activities, and payment processing while maintaining compliance with established policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with payroll systems, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll activities for employees, ensuring earnings, deductions, and adjustments are processed correctly and on schedule. • Review payroll data for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to employee pay in a timely manner. • Maintain and update employee payroll records within accounting and payroll platforms, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. • Support benefits-related payroll administration, including the accurate handling of applicable deductions, remittances, and reconciliations. • Process payments and payroll-related transactions in accordance with internal controls, company procedures, and legislative requirements. • Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation to assist with audits, reconciliations, and month-end activities. • Work with internal stakeholders to respond to payroll inquiries and provide clear information on payroll and payment matters. • Contribute to payroll system updates or process changes, including activities involving ADP Workforce Now or Ceridian when required.
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 80000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a owner managed business looking to hire a Full charge Bookkeeper to join their team. This is a full-time/permanent role in the Ottawa-South area. Details:-Competitive salary (75-80K)-Full benefits + DPSP-3 weeks vacation + closed between Christmas & New Years-Free parking-Fully on site role-Excellent culture and leadership team Responsibilities:-Process and manage a high volume of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.-Prepare T4s and Records of Employment (ROEs).-Complete HST remittances accurately and on time.-Review and verify invoice accuracy and validity.-Enter vendor bills and coordinate payments to suppliers.-Communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies and outstanding issues.-Prepare bank deposits and cheques for authorization and signature.-Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.-Assist with the preparation of financial statements.-Post monthly journal entries to the general ledger.-Conduct cash flow analysis and reporting.-Support the management team with additional finance-related responsibilities.-Participate in month-end and year-end closing processes.-Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems and carry out other administrative and accounting duties as needed.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

North York, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 80000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team in North York, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee the full cycle of accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is comfortable managing financial records, payroll, and reconciliations. Responsibilities:• Maintain and manage a full set of books, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.• Prepare and reconcile balance sheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.• Handle payroll processing for a small team, reviewing and validating timesheets submitted by store managers.• Generate and review financial statements, providing insights and recommendations to support decision-making.• Oversee invoice processing, billing, and data entry to ensure timely and accurate recordkeeping.• Utilize QuickBooks and other accounting software to manage financial data efficiently.• Collaborate with the management team to implement and optimize in-house accounting systems.• Perform intermediate-level tasks in Excel, such as data analysis and reporting.• Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements in all accounting operations.• Support year-end audit preparation and provide documentation as needed.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Concord, ON
onsite
Temporary
23.75 - 27.5 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our client’s team in Concord, Ontario on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations by maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and helping keep reporting current and organized. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with accounting systems and spreadsheets while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Enter financial data accurately into accounting systems, including QuickBooks and other platforms used by the organization. • Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and maintain orderly accounts payable records to support timely disbursements. • Issue invoices, track incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to keep accounts receivable up to date. • Reconcile bank statements, account balances, and transaction records to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Support billing activities by reviewing documentation, recording charges, and ensuring client or customer accounts are accurate. • Maintain organized financial files and transaction logs to improve recordkeeping and audit readiness. • Use Excel to prepare reconciliations, update tracking sheets, and assist with routine financial reporting. • Work within accounting systems such as Oracle or SAP as needed to enter, review, and verify financial information.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
58000 - 62000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with an accounting firm that's looking to add a Bookkeeper in the Ottawa office. This is a full-time/permanent role on site. Advantages:-Full benefits;-3 weeks vacation + Christmas closure;-Professional development & wellness allowance; -Fridays off between Victoria and Labor Day;-Opportunity for hybrid after a year in the role. Responsibilities:Oversee full-cycle bookkeeping for multiple clients across a range of industriesAccurately record, classify, and maintain financial transactions in the general ledgerManage accounts payable and accounts receivable processesPerform reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, loans, and balance sheet accountsRecord fixed assets, prepaid expenses, shareholder activity, loans, and other balance sheet itemsPrepare and post recurring, accrual, and adjusting journal entriesInvestigate discrepancies and maintain well-organized supporting documentationComplete month-end bookkeeping, including job costing, reconciliations, and closing proceduresPrepare monthly financial statements and management reportsReview balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure accuracy and reasonablenessPrepare year-end working papers and supporting schedulesIdentify and resolve bookkeeping issues prior to year-end file submissionCollaborate with accountants to address year-end inquiries and post necessary adjustmentsProcess payroll and maintain accurate payroll recordsPrepare payroll remittances and related reconciliationsAssist with T4s, T4As, ROEs, and year-end payroll requirementsPrepare and file GST/HST returnsSupport WSIB and EHT filings, where applicableTrack government filing and payment deadlines to ensure timely compliance
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z