Manager, National Tax Team

bdo; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits from day one

Flexible personal time off

Wellbeing reimbursement

Job summary

BDO Canada is seeking a Manager to join the National Tax team. The role will own responsibilities across personal, corporate, and trust tax filings, tax planning, and client coordination from offices across Canada.

We value CPA designation and advanced tax study; the candidate will conduct tax research, author resources, and deliver presentations. bilingual English/French is a plus, with independent and collaborative work style.

Qualifications

• CPA Designation is required.
• Completion of CPA Canada's In-Depth Tax Course (or in year 3) or a Masters in Tax focusing on Canadian income tax.
• Demonstrated ability to perform tax research and write articles or materials.
• Experience in a tax practice at a CPA or law firm serving diverse clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written communication; bilingual English/French is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and review of personal, corporate, trust and other tax filings.
• Support tax planning engagements with research, analysis and implementation of recommendations.
• Coordinate with clients, advisors and tax authorities to resolve matters.
• Perform technical tax research on Canadian income tax topics for the practice.
• Prepare thought leadership on income tax developments for internal and external audiences.

Skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Written communication

Analytical and problem-solving

Independent with teamwork

Education

CPA Designation

In-Depth Tax Course (CPA Canada)

Masters in Tax (Canadian income tax)

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

BDO Canada is looking for a Manager to join the National Tax team! This is a net new position and the successful candidate will own the following responsibilities while working from any of our offices in Canada:

• Assist with preparation and review of personal, corporate, trust and other tax filings
• Support tax planning engagements, including research, analysis, and implementation of planning recommendations
• Coordinate with clients, advisors and tax authorities to resolve compliance and tax matters
• Perform technical tax research on various topics as required by the BDO income tax practice, including analysis of draft and enacted legislation for implications to our clients and BDO
• Prepare and communicate thought leadership on income tax developments to internal and external audiences, including written articles, memoranda, as well as live and recorded presentations
• Develop digital learning material on various income tax topics for firm personnel
• Prepare income tax tools and resources for the BDO income tax practice

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client's 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 & 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

• CPA Designation
• Completion of CPA Canada's In-Depth Tax Course (or at least in year 3) or a Masters in Tax focusing on Canadian income tax
• Interested in learning more about Canadian income tax through tax research and applying those skills in writing articles, preparing resource materials and teaching others
• Experience working in a tax practice at a CPA firm or law firm, serving a variety of clients
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills including attention to detail
• Excellent written communication skills
• Bilingual (English/French) would be a definite asset
• Ability to work independently, but also able to collaborate to work as part of a team

The expected salary range for this position is $82,000 - $132,000 annually

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada's Top 100 Employers for 2026 . This recognition is a milestone we're thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars- Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what's next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what's next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community.

BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter:

We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy. We're committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone. We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, id