Contract Tax Manager: Compliance, Planning & Automation

Exceleris; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services firm in Canada is seeking a Tax Manager to support its finance and administration team. This hybrid contract role focuses on tax compliance, planning, and maintaining accurate financial records. Key responsibilities include preparing tax returns, monitoring tax law updates, and leading initiatives for process improvement. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of tax and accounting experience, a degree in Taxation, and CPA designation. Ability in U.S. tax rules and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tax and accounting.
• Knowledge of U.S. tax rules and foreign reporting (T1134, T1135, T106).
• Experience in investment management or real estate (asset).

Responsibilities

• Review year-end files and prepare for tax filings.
• Prepare and review tax returns and related working papers.
• Monitor tax law updates to ensure compliance.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Prioritization skills

Communication skills

Integrity

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Taxprep

Education

Degree in Taxation (CICA program or Master’s) and CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Taxprep

Job description

A prominent financial services firm in Canada is seeking a Tax Manager to support its finance and administration team. This hybrid contract role focuses on tax compliance, planning, and maintaining accurate financial records. Key responsibilities include preparing tax returns, monitoring tax law updates, and leading initiatives for process improvement. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of tax and accounting experience, a degree in Taxation, and CPA designation. Ability in U.S. tax rules and strong communication skills are essential.