Senior Manager- Indirect Tax

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Montreal seeks an experienced professional to join their Indirect Tax team. In this role, you will assist clients with various indirect tax issues, leading projects and drafting important communications. Strong analytical and people management skills are essential for success, along with fluency in both English and French. This position requires 5-6 years of relevant experience and offers a collaborative work environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace adjustments and accommodations

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent command of the English language required.
• Ability to draft and interpret legal laws in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in various industries with indirect tax matters.
• Lead and review indirect tax projects.
• Draft communications and submissions to taxing authorities.
• Support and mentor staff in professional development.

Skills

Excellent people management skills

Excellent research and analytical skills

Excellent client service skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to manage conflicting demands

High level of drive and enthusiasm

Education

Professional Accounting or law designation

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Our Indirect Tax team offers a full range of planning and compliance advice with respect to GST/HST, QST, provincial sales taxes (PST), US sales tax, VAT , excise taxes, fuel and carbon taxes, and other indirect taxes levied by the provincial and federal governments in Canada. We help our clients ensure that they are meeting their obligations in all relevant jurisdictions and that they are making the most of any tax planning and refund opportunities. We also assist our clients in the context of indirect tax audits and appeals. In this role you will work closely with KPMG professionals and clients on Indirect Tax matters in order to research and prepare advice for our clients and support them in their dealings with the taxing authorities.

What you will do

• Working directly with our Indirect Tax team to assist our clients in various industries.
• Leading and reviewing indirect tax projects.
• Researching and preparing technical positions for complicated indirect tax matters.
• Drafting written communications to clients, including memoranda and reports.
• Drafting submissions to the taxing authorities in the context of indirect tax audits.
• Work with other office members in attracting new mandates/clients to the firm.
• Providing ongoing support and mentoring for the professional development of staff.

What you bring to the role

• 5-6 years of relevant work experience. (to be discussed)
• Professional Accounting or law designation would be an asset.
• Excellent people management skills.
• Excellent research and analytical skills with the ability to effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations.
• Excellent client service skills with the ability to establish and maintain strong client relations.
• Professionalism in the execution of tasks.
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting demands and priorities.
• High level of drive, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams and meaningfully contribute towards attaining team goals.

Excellent command of the English language is required for this role to ensure fluid communication with English speaking clients as well as maintain collaboration with existing teams outside of Quebec. The incumbent will also be required to draft and interpret legal laws in French as well as English.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better — we do what matters and pursue the highest standards in all we do.

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.