Aprio Canada National Tax Office Leader Senior Tax Director

Remote Jobs; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm seeks a Senior Tax Director to lead their Canada National Tax Office in Toronto. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Canadian tax legislation and a strong ability to shape tax policy and mentor future leaders. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $450,000 CAD and flexible work arrangements, including unlimited vacation.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Health and wellness budgets

Professional growth and continuous learning

Competitive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Canadian tax.
• At least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in tax policy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the vision aligned with national tax strategies.
• Lead development of technical tax positions and publications.
• Mentor future leaders and foster knowledge sharing.

Skills

Corporate tax expertise

International tax knowledge

Strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Education

CPA, CA designation

Master's in Taxation or LLM (Tax)

Job description

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate about what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines, and more than 2,100 team members speaking 60+ languages worldwide. By combining proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight in fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities, and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Business Operations team

and help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm seeking a Senior Tax Director to join their dynamic team.

Role Overview

We are looking for a visionary and strategic leader to head our Canada National Tax Office (NTO). This pivotal role involves shaping the firm's national tax policy, generating Federal and Provincial tax thought leadership, and ensuring technical excellence across all tax practices. The ideal candidate will be a recognized tax expert with deep knowledge of Canadian tax legislation, regulatory frameworks, and industry trends.

Responsibilities

1. Set and execute the NTO vision aligned with national and global tax strategies. Build a Canadian tax team across technical areas and represent the firm in tax policy forums and regulatory consultations.
2. Lead development of technical tax positions and policies. Oversee publications, alerts, and thought leadership. Monitor tax legislation and provide insights and tools.
3. Ensure consistent tax quality standards and manage risk across service lines. Collaborate with audit, legal, and compliance teams, and lead reviews.
4. Mentor future leaders and lead national training initiatives. Foster cross-regional knowledge sharing, including within the Aprio Professional Services+ network.
5. Provide strategic tax advice and technical support on key client matters. Contribute to business development by identifying tax trends and market opportunities.
6. Build strong internal and external relationships. Act as a liaison between Canadian and global tax teams to align on international initiatives and policy.

Qualifications

1. CPA, CA designation (or equivalent); Master's in Taxation or LLM (Tax) preferred
2. Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Canadian tax, with at least 5 years in leadership
3. Deep expertise in corporate tax, international tax, and tax policy
4. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and influence at the executive level
5. Strong communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills

Compensation

$150,000 - $450,000 CAD annually. Actual salary may vary depending on experience and circumstances.

Why Work for Aprio

Whether starting out, advancing into management, or seeking your next leadership role, Aprio offers growth opportunities in a future-focused, innovative firm.

Benefits and Perks

• Work with an industry leader passionate about innovation
• Exceptional culture guided by the Aprio Way
• Collaborative, high-energy team environment
• Professional growth and continuous learning
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements, including a 4-day workweek and unlimited vacation
• Health and wellness budgets, home office support, and more

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aprio values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected categories.

Location

Toronto