A reminder that if you’re a person with a disability living on a low income in BC, DABC can help you file your taxes for the 2025 tax year and previous years!

Did you know that we offer drop-off tax services, for faster support? 💡If you have all of your tax slips ready and your tax situation is simple, you can bring your tax slips and ID to our office (1450-605 Robson St, Vancouver) and pick up your package once your taxes have been completed.

Tax AID DABC also offers one-on-one tax filing assistance in person, by phone, and by video conference. We can also help you gather the documents necessary to file your taxes. Book an appointment: https://taxaiddabc.org/tax-appointment-2/

Tax Season is almost here! The CRA will re-open online filing on February 23rd, 2026.

Need help filing your taxes for the 2025 tax year (or previous years)?

Tax AID DABC offers one-on-one tax filing assistance in person, by phone, and by video conference. If you are a person with a disability living in BC on a low income, we can help with filings for current and previous years. We can also help you gather the documents necessary to file your taxes.

To access our online booking service or for contact info, please visit our website: Book your tax appointment.

Open: December 15, 2025
Closes: January 9, 2026
Location: Vancouver BC
Category: Accounting and Finance
Type: Full-time
Salary: $54,000 – 58,000 depending on experience

Who We Are

Since 1977, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) has been a provincial, cross-disability voice in British Columbia. We are a non-profit, charitable organization that champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities. Our mission is to promote a more inclusive and equitable society for people with all disabilities through direct services, community partnerships, systemic advocacy, research, and publications. through our direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications.

Job Description

DABC is seeking an experienced tax preparer who is passionate about community work to join our team. The Tax AID Advocate will work one-on-one to assist people with disabilities with their income taxes and raise awareness about the program through strategic partnership and community outreach. The successful candidate will have other administrative responsibilities related to the program’s operations including developing and conducting workshops and participating in team meetings and training on an as needed basis.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and file accurate tax returns for current and previous years in compliance with CRA standards
• Liaise with clients and the CRA on specific issues related personal taxes
• Manage multiple client files simultaneously
• Report any questions or concerns to the Program Manager
• Compile and organize client records
• Attend trainings to further develop accounting taxation knowledge as part of an ongoing professional development program

The successful applicant must:

• Have more than 2 years of proven experience for clients using income tax preparation software (e.g., UFile) to prepare income tax returns
• Be able to work effectively with people with disabilities
• Possess a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent work experience
• Meet the requirements to be a tax filer through CRA’s Community Volunteer Income Tax Preparation (CVITP) program
• Be self-motivated and adaptable and able to work effectively with a team
• Be detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understand the importance of preserving the confidentiality of sensitive client information
• Be computer literate and proficient with word-processing software, including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Be comfortable working in the office and remotely
• Be available for occasional travel to communities across Lower Mainland

The following are strong assets for this position: 

• Knowledge of tax law
• Volunteer or coordination experience with the Canadian Revenue Agency’s CVITP Program
• Working knowledge of income tax programs for people with disabilities including the Disability Tax Credit, Canada caregiver amount and other deductions
• Completion of an accounting or tax certificate or diploma/degree

Salary: $54,000 – $58,000 depending on experience

This position offers the following benefits after a three-month probationary period:

• 15 days of paid vacation annually
• 18 days of paid sick leave annually
• 100% of the cost of extended health and dental care benefit premiums
• 2 weeks of paid time off during DABC’s annual holiday office closure in December
• Employee wellness benefit

Working hours and location

This position is full-time for 5 days per week at 8 hours a day (including 1 hour as a paid lunch break) and is a hybrid work opportunity; the successful candidate may be required to work at the Downtown Vancouver office two or three days a week, and at home the rest of the time. The position may also require occasional travel to other BC communities and beyond. During your initial training, you will be required to be in the office 5 days a week until successful completion of training.

The position is located in downtown Vancouver, on the traditional, ancestral and stolen lands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples

Commitment to Equity

DABC is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of inclusion, anti-ableism, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented, including Indigenous persons, people of colour, and people of all sexual orientations, gender expressions and identities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Importantly, we are looking for people who want to make a long-term commitment to our organization and have a strong desire to uphold the rights and dignities of people with disabilities.

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and brief covering letter addressed to Cynthia Minh (Director, Tax AID) at cynthia@dabc.ca using the subject heading “Job Application: Tax Preparer & Advocate” no phone calls please.

Applications are due no later than midnight on January 9, 2026. DABC welcomes all applications, however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants must be legally allowed to work in Canada.