Senior Manager, Tax

MNP; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Winnipeg is seeking a skilled Tax Consultant to lead client engagements and provide in-depth tax expertise. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and 7 to 8 years of relevant experience in public accounting or tax consulting. Responsibilities include managing client portfolios, liaising with authorities, and mentoring team members. This position offers competitive compensation, a variety of benefits, and a flexible work environment to promote a balanced lifestyle.

Benefits

Generous base pay

Vacation time

4 paid personal days

Group pension plan with 4% matching

Bonus programs

Flexible benefits

Mental health resources

Professional development assistance

Firm sponsored social events

Qualifications

• Completion of the In-depth Tax Program and other specialist development courses.
• 7 to 8 years of relevant public accounting or tax consulting experience.
• Strong understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple client facing engagement teams responsible for tax engagements.
• Deliver industry and technical expertise relating to taxation and assurance.
• Evaluate existing processes and advise on policy and tax changes.
• Liaise with Canada Revenue Agency on client issues.
• Prepare election forms required in corporate reorganizations.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and develop relationships.
• Plan engagements and manage project financials.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning.

Skills

CPA designation

Public accounting or tax consulting experience

Knowledge of Canadian Tax

People management skills

Strategic planning skills

Job description

Job Details

Description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple client facing engagement teams responsible for the completion of tax engagements and the preparation of tax returns (and other compliance slips)
• Deliver industry and technical expertise relating to taxation and assurance through client interactions, reports, technical work, management presentations and high-quality deliverables
• Evaluate existing business processes and policies and advise on policy and tax changes; developing proactive tax strategies that make effective use of business opportunities and ensure businesses are run effectively
• Liaise with Canada Revenue Agency and relevant provincial ministries on client issues
• Prepare election forms required in corporate reorganizations
• Assist in the management of the administration of personal and trust tax compliance seasons
• Manage a portfolio of clients while understanding their business, key risks and ways to deliver added value; ensuring their needs are met and that relationships and accounts grow and develop
• Accountable for engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials (i.e. budgets, WIPS, timely billing, collection and variance recognition)
• Maintain high quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues relevant to the client’s business, financial entries and reports
• Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities and contribute to the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning related to client and practice management, as well as the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processes
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• CPA designation
• Completion of the In-depth Tax Program and other specialist development courses
• 7 to 8 years of relevant public accounting or tax consulting experience
• Extensive working knowledge of Canadian Tax
• Strong understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles
• Proven people management, relationship and leadership skills
• Strong strategic planning and conceptual thinking skills

MyRewards@MNP

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

Diversity@MNP

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!

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