Tax Specialist Jobs in Ontario

A Tax Specialist in the finance industry is responsible for guiding businesses and individuals through the complexities of tax regulations, compliance, and planning. Their duties include preparing tax returns, advising on tax related issues, keeping abreast of tax law changes, conducting research on tax-related topics, and developing tax strategies to minimize tax liability and potential risks. They may also handle disputes with tax authorities and represent clients in case of tax audits. A Tax Specialist must possess excellent analytical and numerical skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid knowledge of tax law and procedures.

Prior to becoming a Tax Specialist, a person may have held roles such as a Tax Associate, an Accountant, or a Financial Analyst. Relevant certifications for this role include Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Enrolled Agent (EA), or Certified Tax Coach (CTC). Additionally, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is typically required, and a Master's degree in Taxation or a related field is preferred. Continuous professional development is also crucial in this role due to constantly evolving tax laws and regulations.

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Senior Tax Consultant

  • Toronto, ON
  • 15 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 15 hours ago

Knowledge and experience in tax compliance, planning and reporting obtained by working in public accounting and/or large corporation....

Senior Tax Analyst - 9 months Contract

  • Toronto, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 3 days ago

towards) is an asset At least three years of corporate income tax or auditing/accounting experience in public accounting or an international corporation Willingness to develop an understanding of corporate...

Senior Tax Reporting Analyst

  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 7 days ago

Must have : 3+ years of experience in investment fund tax reporting 3+ years of fund accounting or related experience in the investment fund industry or public accounting preferably in the financial...

OneSource Indirect Tax consultant

  • Toronto, ON
  • 21 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 21 days ago

The ideal candidate will have 4-8 years of experience in indirect tax compliance and functional expertise with OneSource tax software(Sabrix) and SAP systems....

Tax Specialist - Direct Tax (Job Req #2025-121)

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 45+ days ago

Support the tax team in gathering and organizing tax-related data. Perform basic tax research and assist with tax compliance projects under supervision....

compliance A four-year degree from an accredited university Preferred Skillset and Qualification: 1 - 3 years experience in FATCA, CRS, Chapter 3 and Chapter 61 of the Internal Revenue Code, Qualified...

Senior Tax Analyst - Indirect Tax, Recovery

  • Burlington, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Burlington, ON
  • 90+ days ago

and other indirect taxes, while considering broader advisory issues in the sector....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireFinance research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Tax Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
36.4%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.5%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Specialists in Ontario
None
27.3%
1-2 years
22.7%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
2-4 years
18.2%
4-6 years
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%


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