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Senior Accountant, Expatriate Tax Services

Job in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Listing for: BDO
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting & Finance, Tax Accountant, Financial Analyst, Tax Manager
  • Accounting
    Accounting & Finance, Tax Accountant, Financial Analyst, Tax Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 68000 - 100000 CAD Yearly CAD 68000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO Canada is looking for a Senior Accountant to join the Expatriate Tax Services team, this is for existing vacancy where the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

  • Prepare and review personal Canadian and US income tax returns along with other tax information forms

  • Research expatriate tax issues and prepare memoranda or client communications on items such as equity compensation, policy design and individual relocations, including writing reports/letters at the appropriate level for the intended audience

  • Deal with tax authorities on income tax audits and appeals

  • Develop and implement strategies for clients to capitalize on business opportunities

  • Identify and document tax filing positions including risk analysis

  • How do we define success for your role?

  • You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work:
    Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration

  • You understand your clients' industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work

  • You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients

  • You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent

  • You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace

  • You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

  • Your experience and education

  • Have completed at least a Bachelors degree in Accounting, or other related field of study

  • You have completed or are nearing completion of your CPA designation

  • You are enrolled or in the process of enrolling in the in-depth tax course

  • You have three-five years' experience in public accounting with a specialization in Canadian tax (US tax experience is an asset)

  • You have extensive understanding of relevant tax legislation, personal tax compliance and planning

  • You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work

  • The expected range of compensation for this role is: $ 68,000 to $ 100,000

    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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