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Tax Clinic Lead
Toronto, Ontario, Canada .
part-time . October 20, 2026
Description
Position Title: Tax Clinic Lead
Department: IGNITE Student Union
Supervisor: Coordinator, Student Wellbeing
Locations: Lakeshore campus, North Campus
Hours: Up to 24 hours per week, February 2027 – May 2027
Number of Positions: 3
Position Overview:
The Tax Clinic Lead works with the Coordinator, Student Wellbeing to support the in-person IGNITE Tax Clinic. Their role is a combination of administrative assistance and income tax preparation support. Knowledge of income tax preparation is an asset, but no formal experience is required. You must be a current Humber Polytechnic or the University of Guelph-Humber student and must be up to date with personal tax returns and any other payments owed to the Canada Revenue Agency.
Role Responsibilities:
- Prepare and file basic income tax returns for eligible clients in accordance with CRA guidelines, using the UFile tax filing software
- Facilitate income tax returns for clients either one-on-one or in a group setting
- Explain tax-related information to both clients and team members clearly and effectively
- Monitor appointments and ensure consent forms are signed
- Supervise the attendance, customer service and overall performance of the clinic’s support staff
- Assist the Tax Clinic Supporters in troubleshooting challenges related to client tax returns and/or UFile software.
- Open and close the Tax Clinic room, manage the daily flow of the clinic, and ensure it is running smoothly when the Coordinator, Student Wellbeing is off-site.
Required Competencies:
- A prominent level of attention to detail to accurately prepare and review tax returns
- Strong numerical and mathematical skills to perform calculations accurately
- Strong communication skills and a client-centric approach, with the ability to deliver excellent customer service and address client questions or concerns
- A commitment to ethical conduct and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information
- Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Strong leadership skills with a proactive, solution-oriented work approach
Role Requirements Issued by the CRA:
- Participate in the required trainings offered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) / CVITP workshops, as well as IGNITE’s income tax training sessions
- Register as a Community Volunteer Income Tax Program Volunteer (CVITP)
- Must apply for and have an active EFILE number and RepID as required by the CRA
- Must have filed a 2025 tax return and be up to date with all previous personal tax returns and any other payments owed to the Canada Revenue Agency
- Must be 18+ to participate
- Must have a valid Social Insurance Number which cannot expire any time during the year you participate in the clinic
Qualifications/Education:
- Must either be a current Humber Polytechnic or the University of Guelph-Humber fee paying student at the time of application and throughout the duration of the tax clinic.
- Experience in the accounting or financial services field (such as tax preparation services, bookkeeping, banking/insurance or financial service centres, accounts payable/receivable, and billing centres) is considered an asset.
- Previous experience preparing and filing tax returns is considered an asset, although is not required.
- It is considered an asset if candidates are enrolled in a program such as Finance, Accounting, Business Management or Financial Planning, but it is not required.
- Prior experience as a Tax Clinic Supporter with IGNITE’s Tax Clinic is strongly preferred.
At the end of this opportunity, students will achieve the following:
- Exceptional customer service expertise, dealing one-on-one with diverse clients.
- Hands-on experience in income tax preparation, a crucial skill for financial and accounting roles.
- Professional communication and problem-solving skills, preparing them for real-world challenges.
- Teamwork and collaboration abilities developed through group efforts in a fast-paced environment.
- Practical financial knowledge, improving your understanding of tax systems and regulations, enhancing employability in finance-related roles.
- The opportunity to use this experience to fulfill placement requirements.
- Receive a Certificate of Appreciation, issued by the CRA.
Compensation: $17.95 an hour.
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Compensation
$17.95 per hour