Canadian Tax Specialist

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Our client is a Canadian real estate development and hospitality company managing a portfolio of real estate development projects (zoning, severances, Ontario Land Tribunal), long-term, mid term rental and airbnb properties, restoration, severances, rezoning, and property acquisitions, financial advising, systems set up and forecasting and exit planning, project management support, and procurement systems.

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Canadian Tax Specialist to support the client’s real estate and development portfolio. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and preparing reports under the guidance of the client’s leadership and Canadian accounting partners. This role is perfect for someone with strong bookkeeping skills who is eager to learn and grow within a dynamic company.

Work hours: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Manila time (6:00 PM – 4:00 AM Toronto time)

Work set-up: Remote

What you’ll do

• Bookkeeping & Reconciliation

  • Perform full-cycle bookkeeping tasks in QuickBooks Online (Canadian edition) for multiple properties.

  • Reconcile bank and credit card statements, as well as transactions from Airbnb, long-term rentals, and development projects.

  • Accurately categorize transactions according to provided guidelines.

• Tax & Compliance Support

  • Prepare data and schedules required for Goods and Services Tax (GST)/Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) returns for review and filing by our Canadian accountant.

  • Assist in gathering documentation for year-end tax preparation and audits.

• Reporting & Administration

  • Generate standard monthly financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, etc.) from QBO.

  • Update and maintain financial tracking sheets (Google Sheets).

  • Organize and manage digital receipts and documents using tools like Hubdoc and Google Drive, ensuring they are correctly matched to transactions.

  • Help track recurring property-related accounts (utilities, taxes, insurance, mortgages) and flag upcoming renewals or payment dates.

  • Prepare vendor payment lists for approval.

What You Bring

• 2-3 years of experience in a bookkeeping or junior accountant role.

• Strong proficiency with QuickBooks Online. Experience with an international version (Canada, US, etc.) is a major plus.

• Experience working with international clients is highly desirable

• Skilled in using Google Sheets/Excel for data management and tracking. Excellent organizational skills and a high attention to detail

• Familiarity with receipt management tools (Hubdoc, Dext) is a plus.

• Good written and verbal English communication skills.

• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn Canadian bookkeeping principles under supervision.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Penbrothers we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but you don't feel 100% aligned with the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right fit for this or other roles.

Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance our hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation of all candidates. As a result, candidates who passed our initial evaluations should expect an AI Interviewer as a component of our recruitment process. This is supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will also engage with you throughout your application journey.

What You’ll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you’ll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.

• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people’s career and welfare.

• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.

• Powering global startups: We’ve created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.