Senior Manager - International Tax Business

RSM Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 113,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Canada is seeking an International Tax Senior Manager to join a growing Canadian tax practice focused on inbound and outbound cross-border client work. This role involves providing international tax consulting and compliance services, mentoring staff, and helping drive growth initiatives across jurisdictions.

You will work with senior staff and Partners to deliver complex tax solutions for entities with foreign investors and cross-border investments, while developing business opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 8+ years public accounting experience at a Big 4 or large firm required.
• Experience with international tax compliance and consulting (e.g., T1134, T2 Sch 91).
• CPA, JD or InDepth Tax Program must be active/in good standing.
• Dynamic problem solver with strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive multiple engagements across jurisdictions in a dynamic env.
• Learn Canadian Income Tax Act, regs, CRA rulings and apply to cross-border issues.
• Mentor and review staff; provide training.
• Identify client needs and growth opportunities for the firm.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA / JD / InDepth Tax Program

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

RSM Canada is looking for an International Tax Senior Manager to join our team. This role provides an opportunity to join a specialty area within the firm's rapidly expanding Canadian tax practice, focused on inbound and outbound clients. As a Tax Senior Manager, you will use your expertise to provide international tax consulting and compliance services to entities with foreign investors and cross-border investments. You will also help lead our growth initiatives, develop new business opportunities and work closely with senior staff and the Partners.

Duties And Responsibilities

Candidates must be curious, demonstrate critical thinking skills and have the desire to solve complex problems for our internationally active clients. As you grow, you will develop the analytical skills necessary for the effective identification, development and implementation of solutions to our clients' tax needs. With RSM, you will have tremendous opportunity to develop and pursue creative approaches to solve client issues. Responsibilities include:

• Owning and driving the success of multiple engagements across different jurisdictions in a dynamic work environment
• Demonstrate a strong desire to learn the Income Tax Act, Canadian Income Tax Regulations, CRA rulings and caselaw and how to apply this understanding to complex cross border tax issues
• Provide mentorship, detailed reviews and training of staff
• Stay alert to client needs that may result in growth opportunities for the firm and communicate to the broader client engagement team
• Work with RSM colleagues across different jurisdictions.
• Promote new ideas, business and tax solutions that result in extended services to existing clients
• Develop an understanding of our clients’ business and become a "functional cross border tax expert"

Basic Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s’ degree, preferably in Accounting or a related field
• Requires a minimum of eight (8) years public accounting experience working for a Big 4 or large national, regional or local accounting firm
• Requires experience with international tax compliance and consulting, in particular, preparing forms T1134, T2 (Sch 91 returns), surplus computations, FAPI analysis, etc.
• Requires one of the following to be complete, active, and in good standing: CPA, JD or InDepth Tax Program
• Dynamic problem solver, solid work ethic and strong project management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters of Taxation, Law Degree or Enrolled in CPA Canada In Depth Tax Program
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information and the interpretation of tax laws
• Strong project management skillset that can be demonstrated in fast moving, complex cross border engagements

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [e-mail].

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $112,500 - $207,400

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.