Senior Manager, Indirect Tax

Grant Thornton; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton, a growing professional services firm, seeks a Senior Manager in Indirect Tax - Customs. This role involves leading teams and delivering exceptional service while providing high-quality technical advice on indirect tax planning and customs compliance. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree, relevant CPA accreditation, and at least 7 years of experience in the field. Emphasizing community and professional development, the firm offers great benefits, including profit sharing and flexible work options.

Benefits

Profit sharing

Flex days

RRSP contributions

Firmwide holiday closure

Wellness benefits

Work from anywhere in Canada for 4 weeks in summer

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of indirect tax experience.
• Recognized as a tax specialist in indirect tax and customs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading coaching and performance management for direct reports.
• Managing multiple client engagements across industries.
• Providing high-quality technical advice on tax compliance needs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Articulate communicator

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Management skills

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma

CPA accreditation

Master’s in Taxation or CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course

Tools

MS Office Suite

Tax software applications

Job description

Who we are
You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Doane Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 3000 people across Canada, and we truly care about our colleagues, our clients and the communities where we work and live. That’s what’s most important to us. We’re building a thriving organization that’s purpose driven and still want to remember what your favourite milkshake flavour is.

As a Senior Manager, Indirect Tax - Customs your responsibilities will include:
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver exceptional client service
• Leading the coaching and performance management/development for direct reports through goal-setting, providing guidance, regular and timely feedback, and learning opportunities for professional development
• Participating in the recruitment process (candidate interviews, assessment, and selection decisions)
• Overseeing multiple client engagements across various industries
• Managing the work assignment and performance of engagement team members and being accountable for the outcome
• Applying strategies for delivering profitable services and influencing personal, client and practice area key performance indicators; maximizing engagement profitability through effective utilization of resources
• Providing high quality technical advice and advisory solutions to meet the indirect tax and/or customs/duties planning and compliance needs of clients, pertaining to reorganizations, due diligence, cross-border strategies and other tax planning opportunities
• Liaising with tax authorities and conducting research on tax issues and/or legislation
• Proactive problem solving with engagement teams and clients
• Attending client and stakeholder meetings
• Drafting and reviewing reports, correspondence and proposals
• Making presentations to colleagues, clients, and other groups
• Being a leader in the Firm by actively sharing leadership for the Firm’s culture and contributing to business plan development and execution
• Identifying and supporting new business opportunities by understanding the Firm, its service lines, and client relationships
• Building of our reputation as the preferred business advisors in key sectors of our growing practice
• Other duties as required

Doane Grant Thornton
If you’re a bit like us, you’re driven to connect with how others are feeling and thinking. Here we walk in others shoes before taking action. Just imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexAbility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. At Doane Grant Thornton, you’ll work with inspiring leaders who support your development, both personally and professionally. This is a place where your insatiable curiosity enables you to think, see and hear from a variety of perspectives, a place where every day is different and having the courage to grow is part of who you are. And when all this comes together, well that’s when the magic happens!

Want to learn more about who we are and how we live our purple every day? Read our colleagues’ stories at www.discoveryourpurple.ca

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a Senior Manager, Indirect Tax - Customs? Like the colour purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we’re also hoping you can tick:
• Completed post-secondary degree/diploma
• CPA (CPA, CA; CPA, CMA; or CPA, CGA) accreditation or equivalent (requirement for CPA or equivalent, for this and/or subsequent position(s), may be contingent on jurisdictional regulatory or business requirements governing work performed on behalf of clients)
• CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course or Master’s in Taxation
• Minimum 7 years’ indirect tax experience in public practice or industry
• Recognized as a tax specialist in area of service; strong technical expertise in indirect tax and/or customs/duties planning and compliance
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize multiple engagements and work effectively under pressure
• Articulate, inspiring and versatile communicator (verbal and written)
• Agile in the face of change and proven problem-solver with solid analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to earn the trust and confidence of clients and colleagues at all levels, influence decision-makers, and lead change
• Team player with ability to rally resources and work with others to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of clients
• Ability to establish and develop meaningful business relationships with colleagues, clients and in the marketplace, based on strong rapport, trust and respect
• Strong management and inclusive leadership skills, especially in the areas of coaching and development of team members, project management, and multi-team management
• Self-motivated, results-oriented multi-tasker who works equally well independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Tax software applications, with ability to quickly grasp new technology tools
• Canadian and/or US CCS (Customs Compliance Specialist) or CTCS (Certified Trade Compliance Specialist) designations are an asset

At Doane Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, living our purple.

What's in it for you?

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!

Our special culture shines through when we have the opportunity to connect in person. That’s why we’re working in a model where teams are required to be together in the office 4 days per week.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

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