Hard Skills
ExpertTax Law InterpretationThe ability to analyze and apply federal and provincial tax statutes, regulations, and case law to specific audit files.
AdvancedAudit MethodologyApplying systematic processes to examine financial records, internal controls, and documentation to verify compliance with reporting standards.
AdvancedEmployment Insurance Legislation KnowledgeComprehensive understanding of the EI Act regarding insurable earnings, hours, and employer-employee relationships.
AdvancedFinancial Statement AnalysisThe technical skill of evaluating balance sheets, income statements, and ledgers to identify discrepancies or unreported income.
Soft Skills
IntermediateInvestigative InterviewingTechniques used to obtain factual information from taxpayers and business representatives during the audit process.
IntermediateConflict De-escalationManaging difficult or adversarial interactions with taxpayers during audits and assessments.
AdvancedProfessional SkepticismAn attitude that includes a questioning mind and a critical assessment of the validity of audit evidence.