Job Description

Tax Associate (co-op) - Tax Season

Location:

Cambridge, ON (In-office)

Duration:

12 weeks (Tax Season)

Hours:

30-60 hours per week

Compensation:

CAD $17.6 per hour

Start Date:

1st Feb 2026

About the Role

We are a growing accounting and tax services firm based in Cambridge, Ontario, providing personal and small business tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services. During tax season, we are seeking motivated

Accounting students

to join our team as

Tax Associate (co-op)

.

This role is designed as a

work-integrated learning co-op

that provides hands-on exposure to real-world tax preparation and accounting operations under the supervision of experienced tax professionals.

Key Responsibilities

As a Tax Associate (co-op), you will support the firm during peak tax season and gain exposure to core accounting and tax functions, including:

Assisting with the preparation of

personal income tax returns (T1)

under supervision Collecting, organizing, and reviewing client tax documentation Entering financial data into tax and accounting software Supporting bookkeeping tasks, including bank and credit card reconciliations Assisting with payroll data entry and basic payroll processing Performing administrative and compliance-related tasks during tax season Maintaining confidentiality and data accuracy in all client records Supporting senior tax staff with ad-hoc tax season projects

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this co-op, the successful candidate will gain:

Practical exposure to Canadian personal tax preparation Understanding of tax-season workflows in a professional accounting firm Hands-on experience with accounting and tax software Improved accuracy, attention to detail, and professional communication skills Real-world experience to complement academic accounting studies Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven tax season environment Real-world experience to complement academic accounting studies Direct mentorship and supervision by experienced tax professionals Professional communication and client confidentiality best practices

Candidate Requirements

Required

Currently enrolled in a

college or post-secondary accounting, business, or finance program

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Basic understanding of accounting principles Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic computer applications Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Professionalism and commitment to confidentiality

Preferred (but not required)

Prior exposure to bookkeeping or accounting coursework Familiarity with basic tax concepts Interest in pursuing a career in accounting or tax services HRBlock Tax Academy Income Tax Level 1 (Federal) Certification One or more tax season experiences with tax preparation firms Proficiency with tax preparation softwares such as TaxCycle, iFirm Taxprep, or ProFile Proficiency with accounting softwares such as Xero or QuickBooks

Why Join Us

Direct mentorship from experienced tax professionals Exposure to real client work (not just observation) Strong resume-building opportunity for accounting students Opportunity to be considered for future seasonal roles

Additional Information

This role is structured as a

work-integrated learning co-op

Suitable for students seeking practical experience during tax season Co-op duration and hours are aligned with academic and funding requirements
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $17.60 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 60 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Required: Are you currently enrolled in a full or part-time program at a recognized post-secondary institution? Required: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident? Required: Have you opted for a co-op work term for winter 2026?
Work Location: In person