Accounting Technician

Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP is the largest local, independent, full-service accounting firm in Alberta. But that doesn’t mean we’re only about spreadsheets and number crunching. When we come to work daily, we are driven by a desire to be creative and continually open to new possibilities. This includes building strong relationships with all the people we serve — our clients, our team members and our community. What matters most to us is staying connected, versatile and accessible. These are the qualities that allow us to make a real difference in people’s lives and empower them to reach their full potential.

We are an exceptional company – we embrace making small investments, learning from failures quickly, and growing stronger together. We seek inventive problem-solvers who prioritize customers to uncover victories across diverse sectors.

We don't hire for compatibility; we hire for contribution. We search for candidates who embody our core values: Advancement, Accountability, Empathy, Intention, Openness, and Uniqueness. If you're enthusiastic about KRP, flourish in a dynamic setting, and aspire to collaborate with a brilliant, diverse team, we'd love to hear from you!

As a Tax Technician, you will be a vital member of the Tax Team, reporting to the Senior Manager, Estates and Trusts. You will collaborate across departments to support the preparation and completion of a high volume of tax filings and related work for the firm and its clients.

A key focus of this role will be supporting personal tax engagements, providing exposure to complex and specialized tax areas. This is a strong opportunity for someone interested in developing technical expertise in personal tax as well as estates, trusts, and succession related matters.

Your Scope

• Prepare a variety of tax filings, with a significant focus on:
  • Personal tax returns (T1’s), including terminal returns
  • RRSP over-contribution forms
  • TFSA over-contribution forms
  • Trust returns (T3’s) and estate-related filings
  • Select corporate returns (T2’s) and related filings (e.g., capital dividend account elections)
• Respond to CRA reviews and correspondence
• Assist in preparing written submissions, including requests for relief or objections to CRA assessments
• Manage and administer a significant volume of tasks, ensuring all work is accurately completed, filed, and tracked efficiently
• Maintain strong organization across multiple files and deadlines, particularly during peak tax season
• Support team members by answering questions and referencing previous filings
• Correspond directly with clients and external advisors (e.g., brokers, lawyers) on general tax matters
• Review CRA notices and assist with general tax research
• Participate in weekly tax update meetings and contribute to team and client projects
• Support farm clients by preparing farm program filings and personal farm tax returns, while developing general industry knowledge

Your Qualifications

• Master’s degree in taxation
• Completion or enrolled in TEP – Trusts and Estates Program
• 5 years of experience, within a public practice accounting firm
• 3-5 years of experience within tax, estate, or trust experience is an asset
• Strong Excel skills (intermediate to advanced)
• Experience with accounting software such as TaxPrep, CaseWare, QuickBooks, or Simply Accounting is an asset
• Strong numerical aptitude and comfort working with financial information
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of work under pressure
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-demand environment and manage multiple priorities
• Comfort working in a challenging environment with competing deadlines and multiple stakeholders
• A strong commitment to continuous learning, including formal training, courses, and independent study
• Interest in developing specialized knowledge in estate and trust taxation

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Time management
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site recreation and activities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance
• Wellness program

Our Values: Accountability

• We are personally responsible for delivering on our commitments.

Advancement

• We focus on deliberate and sustainable growth for our people, our company, and our clients.

Empathy

• We show care and concern for others.

Intention

• We are purposeful and deliberate in everything we do.
• We communicate openly and honestly.
• We celebrate and encourage individuality over conformity.

We don’t want you to assimilate; we want you to aspire for greatness.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB T5J 5C6; reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Master’s Degree (required)

Experience

• Public Practice: 5 or more years (required)

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