Tax Preparer/Jr Accounting Technician

Tax Preparer & Junior Accounting Technician
Public Practice | Calgary, AB 

Concept Professional Group Inc. is a boutique accounting and tax firm based in Calgary, serving entrepreneurs and small business owners across a wide range of industries. We’re known for our strong accounting fundamentals, modern systems, and people-first approach with both clients and our team.

We’re currently seeking a Tax Preparer & Junior Accounting Technician for a blended, year-round role. This position supports personal tax season from February to April and transitions into junior accounting and bookkeeping support for the remainder of the year.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys structure, accuracy, and learning within a supportive public practice environment.

What you’ll be doing:

During tax season (February–April):

• Preparing personal income tax returns (T1s) under review


• Gathering and organizing client tax documentation


• Entering tax information accurately using Profile


• Assisting with tax working papers and follow-ups


• Communicating professionally with clients to collect missing information
  
  

Outside of tax season (May–January):

• Supporting bookkeeping and junior accounting work for multiple clients


• Performing bank and credit card reconciliations


• Preparing and maintaining clean, audit-ready records


• Assisting with trial balances, general ledgers, and working papers


• Supporting GST/HST and other routine government filings


• Using Excel to manage data, reconciliations, and reports


• Working within modern, system-driven workflows (QBO, Dext, Profile)
  
  

What we’re looking for

• 1–3 years of experience in a public practice accounting firm, including exposure to at least one personal tax season


• Experience preparing or supporting personal income tax returns (Profile experience is an asset)


• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles


• Comfortable using Excel


• Experience with or willingness to learn QBO, Dext, and Profile tax software


• Strong attention to detail and pride in clean, accurate work


• Ability to manage deadlines calmly during peak periods


• Clear, professional communication skills
  
  

You’ll thrive here if you:

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced public practice environment with multiple clients and competing deadlines


• Are comfortable in a boutique firm with a small, collaborative team


• Stay focused and organized when priorities shift and new information comes in


• Like solving problems and understanding how numbers connect across a full set of records, not just completing isolated tasks


• Appreciate structure, systems, and clear expectations


• Are dependable, professional, and comfortable working closely with teammates and clients


• Take ownership of your work and want to continue building your accounting and tax skills over time
  
  

Why work with us:

• Boutique firm with exposure to diverse clients and industries


• Supportive team environment with training and mentorship


• Modern tools and technology-enabled workflows


• Competitive compensation and health benefits
  


• Non-downtown location with free parking


• On-site fitness facility


• Office backing onto the Glenmore Reservoir pathway
  
  

Additional details

Will only be requested if a candidate progresses past the in-person interview stage

• Proof of education required


• Two professional references required


• Criminal background and credit check required


• We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates