Senior Accountant, Cross Border Tax
At a glance
Senior Accounting role at bakertillywm. Toronto · full-time · CA$73,000–CA$90,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare cross-border tax filings for individuals and companies, reviewing returns when needed
- Check tax assessments and research client tax questions to develop documented planning recommendations
- Handle client accounts and correspondence with clients, other advisers and tax authorities
- Help managers and partners put client tax-planning strategies into practice
- Guide junior colleagues so filings are completed by their deadlines
What you bring
- You hold a CPA, CA credential or are working toward CPA status, with UFE or CFE completed
- You have at least two years of relevant experience
- You bring strong client service, communication and analytical skills, with close attention to detail
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced accountant who can manage client work, support tax planning and guide junior team members. It is a full-time position based in Toronto, with hybrid workdays and a Monday-to-Friday schedule.
From the employer
Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow.
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 Senior Accountant – Cross Border Tax 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.
Your role:
- Prepare and review (where applicable) Cross Border individual and corporate tax returns
- Verify tax assessments
- Perform technical research and documenting tax plan recommendations
- Correspond with clients, other advisors and tax authorities
- Coordinate and manage client accounts
- Assist managers and partners with tax initiatives, including but not limited to developing and implementing tax planning strategies for clients
- Understand, analyze and research tax queries for clients, Partners, Senior Managers, and Managers
- Collaborate with and support team members in providing exceptional client service
- Provide leadership and direction to junior team members to ensure completion of filings by designated deadlines; and
- Other duties as assigned
What you bring to the table:
- CPA, CA or working towards a CPA designation; completion of UFE/CFE
- Minimum of two years relevant work experience
- Experience working in a public practice Accounting Firm is an asset
- Superior people and client service skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Adept organizational and time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines
What’s in it for you?
Career & Growth Opportunities
- Clear career progression and advancement opportunities
- Ongoing professional development, including paid courses, certification and membership dues
Compensation & Total Rewards
- Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental and group life benefits
- Annual bonus program
- Matching RRSP plan
Family & Flexibility
- Hybrid workdays
- Parental leave top-up program to support growing families
- Generous vacation (3 weeks annually)
Health & Wellness
- Health and wellness spending account
- Convenient access to virtual healthcare, including online physician consultations when you need it
Work Environment & Perks
- A collaborative, open-door culture with direct access to leadership
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks, coffee and seasonal treats
- Smart casual dress code (client/day specific)
- Regular team events and social activities throughout the year
Additional Incentives
- Client referral, employee referral
- Vehicle purchase incentives
Where you’ll work: Toronto, ON
Job type: Permanent, Full-time
Your schedule: Monday to Friday
Salary range: $73,000 - $90,000 per annum
Baker Tilly is fair and competitive when it comes to rewarding our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors and levels. Our total rewards philosophy is rooted in recognizing people's unique contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver. Along with a competitive base salary we offer comprehensive benefits and perks, performance bonuses and flexible hybrid work. For more information on our Total Rewards click here!
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 are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:
Position Status:
- New Role: This job posting is for a newly created role within our organization. This position has been established to support our growth, and we are excited to welcome a new team member to help us achieve our goals.
Use of Artificial Intelligence:
We use AI-enabled tools to assist with resume screening. All final decisions are made by a human recruiter.
Ready to Apply?
We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly via email. All virtual interviews will be conducted exclusively on Microsoft Teams. We will never request additional personal information such as bank details or other sensitive data.
Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non-merit factors. Baker Tilly is dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.
Baker Tilly WM LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Limited. All members of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative and Baker Tilly International Limited are separate and independent legal entities.