Manager, Canadian Tax Services

BDO Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 82,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive learning and development opportunities

Flexible benefits from day one

Market-leading personal time off policy

Reimbursement for wellness initiatives

Job summary

BDO Canada in Ottawa is seeking a Manager for its Domestic Tax practice. The role involves leading client engagements, preparing tax returns, and developing tax strategies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in public accounting with strong bilingual communication skills in French and English. Benefits include extensive learning opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and competitive compensation between $82,000 and $132,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in public accounting with a focus on Tax (minimum 2 years).
• Extensive understanding of relevant tax legislation and compliance.
• Excellent communication skills in both French and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements for small and medium enterprises.
• Identify and develop strategies for tax opportunities.
• Prepare and review tax reorganizations and returns.

Skills

Client engagement leadership

Tax strategy development

Tax return preparation

Team communication

Professional development training

Bilingual communication (French & English)

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s or In-Depth Tax Program

CPA (nice to have)

Job description

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award‑winning environment that fosters a people‑first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Ottawa office is looking for a Manager to join the Domestic Tax practice. This is a replacement position and the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:

• Lead client engagements for a wide variety of clients including small and medium enterprises
• Identify, develop and implement strategies for clients to capitalize on business and tax opportunities
• Prepare and review tax reorganizations and corporate, trust and estate tax returns
• Build positive working relationships with clients
• Effectively communicate with team members regarding progress updates and issues on an ongoing basis
• Engage in training staff and invest in the professional development of the team

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your clients’ industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Your Experience And Education

• You hold a Master’s or In‑Depth Tax Program
• CPA is a nice to have
• You have 5 years’ experience in public accounting with a specialization in Tax for a minimum of 2 years
• You have extensive understanding of relevant tax legislation, corporate, personal and trust tax planning and compliance
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in both French and English, as you will interact with clients across Eastern Canada
• You value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work
• You display strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills

The expected range of compensation for this role is $82,000 - $132,000 annually.

Benefits

We support your professional and personal growth with:

• Extensive opportunities for learning and development
• Flexible benefits from day one
• Market‑leading personal time off policy
• Reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle

Giving Back

We are actively involved in local charity initiatives, supporting staff with local and national events that allow you to contribute to your community.

Flexibility

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at client sites, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our blended approach supports the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients.