Manager, Core Tax

Alvarez & Marsal; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is seeking a Manager, Core Tax for a hybrid Toronto/Calgary role. You will conduct tax research, prepare and review compliance and consulting deliverables, and assist with income tax provisions and audits for diverse clients.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of tax experience, CPA designation, and strong communication, leadership, and project-management skills in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or Master’s in Taxation or Accounting; CPA designation required.
• 4+ years of progressive tax experience.
• Experience managing client engagements and leading teams of tax professionals.
• Strong tax research and analytical skills with ability to explain complex tax matters.
• Proven project management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication.
• Experience budgeting, staffing, and client billing.
• Business development and relationship management capabilities.
• Advanced Excel and tax technology proficiency.
• Leadership, collaboration and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a client-service oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tax research and analyze current tax legislation to provide practical guidance to engagement teams and clients.
• Prepare and review tax compliance and consulting deliverables ensuring accuracy and adherence to laws and firm standards.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing income tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations.
• Support clients through tax audits and regulatory inquiries by preparing documentation and coordinating responses.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and assist clients in managing tax risk.
• Manage multiple client engagements by coordinating project plans and budgets with proactive communication.
• Review work of junior team members and provide coaching and guidance.
• Improve tax compliance processes by identifying efficiencies and best practices.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and deliver responsive service.
• Support engagement economics by monitoring budgets and project progress.
• Stay current on tax legislation and share knowledge with colleagues and clients.
• Collaborate across Tax practice and other lines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to business development and client meetings.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative team environment.

Skills

Tax advisory

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Problem-solving

Team mentoring

Education

Undergraduate/Master’s in Taxation or Accounting; CPA required

Tools

Advanced Excel

Tax technology

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

Description Manager, Core Tax Toronto, Calgary (Hybrid) About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team The A&M Tax Canada Team offers comprehensive tax advisory services to clients in various sectors and industries. With a deep understanding of the Canadian tax landscape, the team helps clients navigate the complex and evolving tax issues that affect their business transactions, investments, and operations.

How You Will Contribute As a Manager within the A&M Core Tax team, you will:

• Conduct tax research and analyze current tax legislation to provide practical guidance to engagement teams and clients on the tax implications of business activities, transactions, and organizational changes.
• Prepare and review tax compliance and consulting deliverables while ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to applicable tax laws and firm standards.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing income tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Support clients through tax audits and regulatory inquiries by preparing documentation, coordinating responses, and working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and assist clients in managing tax risk while supporting compliance with evolving legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously by coordinating project plans, monitoring timelines and budgets, and maintaining proactive communication with clients and engagement teams.
• Review the work of junior team members, providing timely coaching, constructive feedback, and technical guidance to support their professional development.
• Assist in improving tax compliance and engagement processes by identifying efficiencies, implementing best practices, and promoting consistent, high-quality deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding client objectives, delivering responsive service, and serving as a trusted day-to-day advisor.
• Support engagement economics by monitoring budgets, tracking project progress, identifying potential scope changes, and escalating issues when appropriate.
• Stay current on tax legislation and emerging industry developments and share relevant knowledge with colleagues and clients.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Tax practice and other A&M service lines to deliver integrated solutions and identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients.
• Contribute to business development efforts by assisting with proposals, participating in client meetings, and supporting the expansion of existing client relationships.
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative team environment that encourages knowledge sharing, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required or Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting, CPA designation required, enrollment in or completion of CPA Canada's In-Depth Tax Program preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive tax experience, preferably within a public accounting firm, professional services environment, or a large corporate tax function.
• Demonstrated experience managing client engagements and leading teams of tax professionals.
• Strong technical tax research and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate complex tax matters to diverse audiences.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience managing engagement economics, including budgeting, staffing, and client billing.
• Demonstrated business development and relationship management capabilities.
• Advanced Excel and tax technology proficiency preferred.
• Self-motivated professional with strong leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, client-service-oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Your journey at A&M We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals. A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [e-mail] and we would be pleased to assist you. A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Alberta Human Rights Act, the Alberta Employment Standards Code and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that foster respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [e-mail] and we would be pleased to assist you. New position: This posting is for a newly created position. The salary range is $125,000 - $175,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.