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.

• 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

• 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 Tax Prep, Case Ware, Quick Books, 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…