Senior Accountant, Cross Border Individual Tax

MNP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join MNP as a Senior Accountant specializing in Cross Border Individual Tax. In this role, you will manage complex U.S. and Canadian tax returns, provide tax advice, and collaborate with clients to enhance their tax strategies. With a focus on professional development in a diverse and inclusive environment, this position offers competitive rewards and the opportunity to mentor junior staff.

Benefits

Competitive rewards and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience.
• CFE completed or in progress.
• Strong understanding of cross-border tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and U.S.-Canadian individual income tax return preparation.
• Advise on tax policies and changes.
• Prepare technical reports and client summaries.

Skills

Knowledge of Canadian and U.S. individual and income tax laws

Client communication

Leadership

Mentorship

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration, accounting, or finance

CPA designation or working towards it

Tools

Accounting and tax software

Job description

Senior Accountant, Cross Border Individual Tax

Join our team as a Senior Accountant, Cross Border Individual Tax at MNP .

This role involves managing U.S. and U.S.-Canadian cross-border individual income tax returns, providing tax advice on domestic and foreign assignments, and supporting expatriate policies and planning. You will collaborate with clients and government agencies, lead engagement teams, and contribute to process improvements and business development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage U.S. and U.S.-Canadian individual income tax return preparation for U.S. citizens in Canada, U.S. residents working in Canada, and Canadians investing or working in the U.S.
• Assist with cross-border income tax and estate planning.
• Provide expertise on Canadian and U.S. individual income tax, social security, and international tax treaties through various client interactions and reports.
• Participate in expatriate policy and compensation design and implementation.
• Advise on Canadian and U.S. tax policies and changes.
• Identify issues, investigate discrepancies, and develop resolutions with managers or partners.
• Communicate with clients and government agencies regarding tax compliance.
• Prepare technical reports, client summaries, and presentations.
• Coordinate with engagement teams on roles, risks, and deadlines.
• Lead teams, build client relationships, and mentor junior staff.
• Contribute to process improvements and business development.
• Maintain flexibility for travel as needed.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, business administration, accounting, or finance.
• CPA designation or working towards it (CFE completed or in progress).
• 2-4 years of relevant public accounting or tax experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian and U.S. individual and income tax laws.
• Experience with accounting and tax software.

Additional Information

We offer competitive rewards, including base pay, benefits, professional development, and a flexible, inclusive work environment. We value diversity and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply.