Cross Border Tax Manager

Gauvreaucpa; Peterborough; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive compensation

Professional development support

Job summary

Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory in Canada seeks an experienced Cross-Border Tax Manager to lead Canadian and U.S. cross-border taxation engagements for individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships.

You will mentor staff, review complex returns, deliver strategic tax advice to owner-managed businesses, and build strong client relationships in a hybrid Toronto/Peterborough environment.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required in Canada; U.S. CPA considered an asset.
• 8–10 years of public accounting with cross-border tax focus.
• In-depth tax knowledge for Canadian and U.S. cross-border matters.
• Experience reviewing complex returns and planning engagements.
• Strong leadership, client management and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review Canadian and U.S. cross-border tax engagements.
• Provide strategic tax guidance to individuals, corporations, trusts and partnerships.
• Review complex tax returns and related filings for accuracy.
• Research cross-border tax matters and communicate solutions to clients.
• Build and maintain client relationships; identify tax planning opportunities.
• Lead and mentor junior tax professionals.

Skills

Cross-border tax expertise

Client management

Mentoring staff

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

CPA designation (Canada)

CPA In-Depth Tax Program in progress

Job description

Who We Are

At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, we exist to help entrepreneurs build the business, and the life, of their dreams. As a purpose-driven firm generating $25M in annual revenue with a team of 200 professionals, we combine deep expertise in accounting, tax, law, and advisory with an unwavering commitment to empowering business owners.

Our culture is built on excellence, accountability, collaboration, and growth. We believe in supporting our people to reach their full potential, just as we support our clients in achieving theirs. Joining our team means being part of an innovative, fast-paced environment where your work has a direct impact on the success of entrepreneurs across Canada.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Cross-Border Tax Manager to join our growing tax department. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of progressive public accounting experience with a strong focus on Canadian and U.S. cross-border taxation, international tax planning, and compliance for individuals, corporations, trusts, and partnerships.

This role will be responsible for managing client engagements, providing strategic tax guidance, reviewing complex tax filings, mentoring staff, and developing strong client relationships. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and other senior professionals to deliver innovative tax solutions to a diverse client base with international operations and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities (Tasks Associated with the Role)

• Manage and review Canadian and U.S. cross-border tax compliance and planning engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations and estates (T1, T2, 1040, 1065, 5471, 1134, 1135 etc.).
• Provide strategic tax advice to individuals, corporations, trusts, with a focus on owner-managed businesses.
• Review complex tax returns, and related filings for accuracy and completeness.
• Research and analyze cross-border tax matters and communicate solutions to clients and team members.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor. Identify tax planning opportunities and support business development initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior tax professionals.
• Manage multiple engagements while ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.

Qualifications/Skills & Experience

• CPA designation required (both Canadian and U.S. CPA designations would be an asset)
• 8-10 years of public accounting experience with a focus on Canadian and U.S. cross-border taxation.
• CPA In-Depth Tax Program completed or in progress is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian tax legislation and U.S. cross-border tax matters.
• Experience reviewing complex tax returns and planning engagements.
• Proven leadership, client management, and project management skills.
• Excellent analytical, research, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced professional environment

We have Five Core Values at Our Firm

1. All In (passion for what you do and a commitment to excellence)
2. Own It (solutions oriented, owning outcomes)
3. Choose Opportunity (willingness to innovate)
4. Relentless Excellence (redefining expectations)
5. Better Together (teamwork drives the best results)

Existing Vacancy: Internal and External

Work Location: This is a hybrid role (Toronto, Peterborough, Winnipeg)

Compensation: This position offers a starting salary range of $120,000 to $170,000 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s education, relevant experience, and skills.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Applicants are advised that AI may be used to support aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening or scheduling

Learn more about us here: https://gauvreaucpa.ca/join-us/ and in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuJBnoF5lpY