Manager, US Corporate Tax

Doane Grant Thornton LLP; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 92,500 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Flexible days

RRSP contributions

Wellness benefits

Summer work from anywhere in Canada

Job summary

Doane Grant Thornton LLP in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead and grow its US corporate tax practice. The role involves mentoring staff, providing tax solutions, and collaborating with team members. Candidates must have a CPA designation and at least 4 years of relevant experience.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $92,500–$127,000, along with benefits such as profit sharing and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years experience in Canadian or US Tax in public accounting or in industry.
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
• Strong commitment to excellence and quality driven.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow the US corporate tax practice.
• Provide tax advice to clients.
• Supervise junior associates’ work for accuracy.
• Review corporate US income tax returns.
• Collaborate with team members.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Creativity in developing tax solutions

Education

CPA, CA, CGA, CMA designation

US Masters in Tax

Job description

Who We Are

Doane Grant Thornton is a large and growing professional services firm in Canada, employing about 3000 people across the country. We care about our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we work and live, and we are purpose‑driven while maintaining a strong community feel.

Members of our US Tax practice collectively provide the following services to clients across Canada:

• Advice on relevant US/Canada cross border issues
• Preparation of US corporate tax returns with associated federal and state filings
• Developing tax strategies to ensure the efficient repatriation of corporate profits to Canada
• Negotiating with the Internal Revenue Service and state tax authorities
• Claiming all applicable tax deductions and refunds
• Determining the most tax relevant US corporate structure
• Providing advice on foreign acquisition and investment strategies
• Locating the most tax efficient jurisdictions to meet your current and expanding business needs
• State and local tax compliance and advisory services

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in managing and growing our US corporate tax practice.
• Proactively provide tax advice and solutions to clients to expand the business.
• Supervise and review the work of junior associates for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage and mentor staff.
• Review corporate US income tax returns.
• Collaborate with team members in Tax and Assurance groups.
• Monitor engagement budgets and project milestones.

Background & Qualifications

• Appropriate relevant accounting designation (CPA, CA, CGA, CMA)
• Ability to develop and present new ideas and conceptualize new approaches and solutions
• US Masters in Tax considered an asset
• At least 4 years experience in Canadian or US Tax in public accounting or in industry
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Exceptional project management and organizational skills
• Strong commitment to excellence and attention to detail; quality driven
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Profit sharing, flex days, RRSP contributions, firmwide holiday closure, wellness benefits, concierge‑like benefits, work from anywhere in Canada in the summer for 4 weeks, and more.

Compensation

Our salary ranges are reviewed annually and are tailored to the individual's background, skills, and contributions. The current salary range for this role is $92,500‑$127,000 in Vancouver and may differ in other locations.

Work Culture

We operate a model in which teams are required to be together in the office four days per week, while also supporting flexible working arrangements.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity‑deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing, and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.