Associate, Tax (MTax Students)

Mcgovern Hurley Llp; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits after probation

3 weeks' paid vacation

Coaching and growth opportunities

On-site facilities

Job summary

McGovern Hurley LLP in North York is seeking an Associate, Tax to build expertise in corporate, trust, and partnership tax engagements while advancing toward the CPA designation. You'll work on compliance, advisory, and planning across diverse industries, gaining responsibility and client exposure from day one.

With a Hybrid model (two in-office days per week) and Thursdays dedicated to the Tax Advisory Group, you'll collaborate closely with a high-performing team, receive structured coaching,

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Master of Accounting program, pursuing CPA designation.
• Interest in public accounting, client engagement, and real-world exposure.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, with strong communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate, trust, and partnership tax returns with accuracy.
• Support end-to-end tax compliance by organizing client financial data for filings.
• Develop knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and CRA guidance across clients.
• File elections and documentation to support regulatory compliance and quality.
• Conduct tax research and deliver practical, client-focused insights and summaries.
• Analyze tax data to support broader advisory initiatives.

Skills

Client service

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Master of Accounting program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build Your Career Where It Matters.

For over 45 years, McGovern Hurley has been a leading mid-sized CPA firm, delivering tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private companies, and owner-managed businesses - locally, nationally, and globally.

Registered with Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we uphold the highest standards of quality, accountability, and technical excellence.We'reproud to rank among Canada's top 10 firms serving publicly listed entities, completing more than 140 public company audits each year.

Driven by integrity, curiosity, and collaboration, we empower our people to take ownership, accelerate their growth, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Note:Weoperatein a hybrid model, withtwo in-office days per weekat our North York office.Thursdaysserve as our Anchor Day for the Tax Advisory Group (TAG), creating dedicated time to collaborate, connect, and learn together.

About You

As McGovern Hurley's next Associate, Tax, you'll do more than build your tax career - you'll build the expertise to become a trusted advisor. Dive into complex corporate, trust, and partnership tax engagements, sharpen your compliance skills, and grow your tax advisory, strategy, and planning capabilities as you take on more responsibility.

With exposure to dynamic industries like mining and technology, you'll gain the breadth of experience to drive client success. As an ambitious CPA candidate, you bring curiosity, proactivity, and a sharp eye for detail - and you're ready to grow alongside a collaborative, high-performing team.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate, trust, and partnership tax returns acrossarange of complexity, delivering accuracy, precision, and exceptional client service.
• Support end-to-end tax compliance engagements by gathering, organizing, andvalidatingclient financial information to ensureaccurate, complete, and CRA-compliant filings.
• Build and apply strong technical knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act, CRA guidance, and evolving tax legislation across a diverse client portfolio.
• Contribute to tax compliance and regulatory initiatives by preparing and filing election forms and other required documentation with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Drivetechnical excellence through in-depth tax research,identifyingrisks and delivering practical, client-focused insights, summaries, and recommendations.
• Analyze financial, accounting, and tax data to generate meaningful insights that support compliance requirements and inform broader tax advisory initiatives.

What You Bring

• Enrolled in a Master of Accounting program at an accredited post-secondary institution, with a commitment to pursing the CPA designation.
• Passionate about public accounting, eager to learn, and excited to dive into real client engagement work, taking on new challenges with confidence.
• Technically proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook) with a knack for picking up new tools and technology quickly.
• Confident communicator with stronginterpersonalskills, ready to engage clients professionally and collaborate seamlessly with others.
• Strong organizational and execution skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines with confidence.
• Demonstrated alignment with McGovern Hurley's values of collaboration, respect, accountability, integrity, and quality.
• Proven experience in client- or customer-facing roles, engaging clients professionally and delivering a positive experience –a definite plus.

Why McGovern Hurley

At McGovern Hurley, our people are our greatest asset. As part of our dedicated and growing team, you can expect:

• Competitive salaryranging from$58,000- $80,000, plus discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefitsafter probationary period with 3 weeks' paid vacation to start.
• Collaborative, high-performing culturethat values excellence, growth, and recognition.
• Dynamic, tight-knit team environmentwhere work-life integration is a top priority.
• Structured coaching program, ownership, and challenging workto fuel your growth.
• Locatedin Parkway Place,offeringvibrant professional hub with on-site facilities.
• Delicious food spots nearbywithashort drive to Fairview Mall and Victoria Park Plaza.
• Easy transit and commuting accesstosouth centralNorth Yorkwithon-site parking.

McGovern Hurley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available at every stage, and we will work with you to meet your individual needs.

We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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