Job Description

Company Overview

Kapedani & Associates is a boutique accounting firm based in Toronto that provides tax, bookkeeping, and advisory services to small and mid-sized businesses across Canada. Our team provides high-touch Tax, Accounting, and CFO services year-round -- but during tax season, we expand our team with motivated students who want hands-on experience in personal tax preparation and exposure to a real public practice environment.

Summary

We're looking for a detail-oriented and dependable

Seasonal Tax Preparer

to assist with the preparation and filing of personal tax returns (T1s) during the busy season. You'll work closely with our tax team to collect client information, prepare returns in tax software, and ensure timely, accurate filing -- all while learning the ropes of Canadian tax compliance in a professional yet supportive setting.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of

T1 personal income tax returns

for individuals and sole proprietors Review source documents (T-slips, receipts, assessments) for completeness and accuracy Communicate with clients via email and phone to obtain missing information Use professional tax software (training provided) to prepare returns Stay updated on current tax laws and regulations applicable to Canadian businesses. Assist in tax planning strategies to optimize client outcomes. Support audit processes by providing relevant documentation. Use accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero to manage client data. Support the team with administrative tasks such as e-filing and document management

Qualifications

Current student or recent graduate in

Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Basic understanding of Canadian personal income tax (completion of an intro tax course or prior experience is an asset but not required) Excellent communication and client service skills Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment Excellent analysis skills and attention to detail

Bonus Points If You:

Have experience with

Profile

,

TaxCycle

, or similar tax software Have experience using cloud-based accounting software such as

Quickbooks Online

or

Xero

. Are pursuing your

CPA designation

or plan to in the future

What We Offer

Competitive hourly rate ($22-$28/hr, commensurate with experience) Flexible hours to accommodate academic schedules Direct mentorship from an experienced CPA Exposure to small business and high-net-worth client files Potential for recurring seasonal or permanent opportunities

Call-To-Action

To apply, send your

resume

and a short

cover note

telling us why you're interested in seasonal tax work to

careers@jkcpa.ca

with the subject line:

Seasonal Tax Preparer - Winter 2026.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $22.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 20 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Work from home
Work Location: Remote