Business Tax Services Associate - Winter 2028

RSM US LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Canada is seeking a Tax Associate in Toronto to support corporate and personal tax engagements. You will report to Tax Managers and Partners, organizing data and preparing Canadian personal income tax returns while collaborating with team members across tax service lines.

The successful candidate will pursue CPA designation, demonstrate strong communication and client-relations skills, and contribute to a high-quality client experience within a flexible benefits framework.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited university program, preferably accounting and working towards CPA designation.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent client relations and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned tasks
• Experience working with Caseware, TaxPrep considered an asset
• A positive attitude and desire to excel and grow professionally

Responsibilities

• Organizing data to facilitate preparation of personal tax returns
• Preparation of Canadian personal income tax returns
• Assist tax staff members with other tax compliance engagements such as preparation of treaty-based returns, partnerships returns and/or trusts returns
• Assist staff with tax projects as required

Skills

Independent collaboration

Communication skills

Client relations

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting degree

CPA candidacy / CPA in progress

Tools

Caseware

TaxPrep

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

The Tax professionals at RSM Canada provide effective tax advice and innovative planning to both public and private clients in order to help reduce their tax burden and enhance their company’s financial performance. Our professional tax staff stay current on the latest changes impacting client businesses and deliver tax solutions that are practical yet creative. As a Tax Associate, you will report to the Tax Managers and Partners and will be responsible for a variety of tax assignments (both corporate and personal).

Our tax program here at RSM Canada has potential opportunities to not only in preparing tax returns but broadening your exposure to projects across multiple tax service lines. This may include assignments within the groups of Indirect, Transfer Pricing, SR&ED, Global Employer Services, US Tax, and much more. Our teams work in partnership with subject matter experts to develop an exceptional client experience while deepening your technical skills.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Degree from an accredited university program, preferably an accounting related degree as well as working towards CPA designation.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent client relations and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned tasks
• Experience working with Caseware, TaxPrep considered an asset
• A positive attitude and desire to excel and grow professionally

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Organizing data to facilitate preparation of personal tax returns
• Preparation of Canadian personal income tax returns
• Assist tax staff members with other tax compliance engagements such as preparation of treaty-based returns, partnerships returns and or trusts returns.
• Assist staff with tax projects as required

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $57,200 - $68,250