Tax Advisor & Preparer

Job Title Tax Advisor & Preparer

Location Kingston, ON. Hybrid – travelling to meet Members, and in office

Employment Type Full-time, Permanent

Position Status Existing Vacancy

This is a travel-based role that requires daily in-person visits with FBC members at their place of business. To proceed through the application process,
you must be willing to drive daily
to both urban and remote locations and possess a valid driver’s licence, vehicle registration, and a reliable vehicle.

This role primarily supports FBC Members in Belleville, ON and the surrounding areas. Applicants must be comfortable with frequent travel, including multiple visits per week to Belleville and ongoing travel to neighbouring communities based on member needs.

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Established in 1952 as a family business with deep roots in rural communities,
FBC has grown to become one of Canada’s largest tax and financial consulting firms for small businesses. With 12 branches across the country, we support over 15,000 Canadian entrepreneurs and small business owners, including farmers, construction contractors, skilled trades, and self-employed professionals. At FBC, a membership is more than just a single tax filing—it’s a long-term partnership. We work alongside our members throughout their lives, saving them over 22 million dollars through year‑round collaboration on optimal tax strategies and planning, allowing them to focus on what matters most running their businesses and enriching their communities.

The Tax Advisor & Preparer works directly with Members to understand their financial situation and deliver tailored tax strategies that minimize taxes in both the short and long term. In addition to tax preparation and planning, this role introduces Members to FBC’s full range of services, including bookkeeping, payroll, legal assistance, and access to financial and estate planning professionals. Support may also include estate planning, retirement planning, and cash flow management as Member needs arise.

The successful candidate will be client‑focused, knowledgeable in tax and accounting practices, and motivated to build lasting Member relationships while providing trusted financial guidance.

This position is reporting into our FBC Smiths Falls, ON location. You will be expected to report to the Smiths Falls office as required.

• Provide accurate tax and accounting advice to FBC Members.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Members, encouraging referrals and long‑term engagement.
• Identify Member needs and connect them with other specialists within the Company and network.
• Maintain accurate records of all Member interactions and services provided.
• Obtain member information to file and complete member T1 and T2 tax returns.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience with a tax preparation or accounting firm.
• Proficiency in tax preparation and accounting software;
  Taxprep and Xero preferred (iFirm knowledge an asset).
• Strong knowledge of CRA regulations and requirements.
• Experience preparing tax returns for farms and small businesses.
• Experience preparing Corporate tax returns is strongly preferred.

• Strong client service and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

At FBC, we’re committed to helping you grow into the best version of yourself—whether that’s mastering your craft or leveling up your career. With competitive pay, solid benefits, and endless opportunities for development, we’re not just focused on the here and now, but on where you’re headed. Integrity is the foundation of everything we do, so you can always count on us to have your back.

We respect and value your unique contributions, because we know that when you succeed, we all succeed. We believe that every voice counts and every idea matters, as innovation keeps us building for the future. And when we clear those hurdles, we celebrate as a team—because…