Senior Manager - US Tax

rsm; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Flexible schedule

Job summary

RSM is seeking a Tax Senior Manager in Toronto to lead complex US and cross-border tax work for Canadian and multinational clients. The role emphasizes technical excellence, talent development, and high-level client service, with occasional travel and a focus on quality and risk management.

You will oversee return reviews, provide coaching, and support new business development while staying current with evolving tax laws and cross-border considerations.

Qualifications

• Required: BA/BS in Accounting or related field
• Required: CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
• Minimum 7 years of Public Accounting experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Review complex tax returns (1120s, 1065s, 1120-F, SALT) including PFICs and 8865s
• Provide guidance and coaching to staff, and manage client relationships
• Assist in new business development and client service coordination
• Stay up-to-date on tax law changes and industry practices
• Travel as required

Skills

Client communication

Tax technical skills

Mentoring staff

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

CPA/JD/LLM/EA

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 US Corporate tax helps Canadian and foreign multi-national businesses and privately held companies navigate the complex tax regime in the US. This includes helping with initial structuring considerations when expanding business into the US, annual tax return compliance requirements from both a federal and state perspective, applicability of tax saving opportunities from credits, incentives and other tax law changes, repatriating cash from the US in a tax efficient manner and planning for possible exit strategies. Additionally, our group also assists Canadian citizens with FIRPTA related filings, Form 1099s for contractor payments, Form 1042s for any FDAP type payments and other cross-border matters.

As a Tax Senior Manager for RSM you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around three core concepts (Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development):

Responsibilities:

• Have the ability to review complex 1120s, 1065s , 1120-F branch and treaty-based returns
• Have to ability to review SALT returns
• Handle all aspects of the client needs from sending PBC requests to sending the final bill
• Serve as a Performance Advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback - approximately 10- 20% of your time
• Train and develop staff members - approximately 10-20 % of your time
• Provide detailed review and analysis of complex tax returns including reviewing PFICs, 8865s , 8858s , 1042s , 1099s , 5471s , 5472 s etc .
• Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team while managing the risk for both the client and the firm
• Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for appropriate clients
• Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and general mergers and acquisitions activities
• Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards
• Assist with new business development, extended service and tax issue recognition for existing clients
• Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and federal and state tax compliance
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree - preferably in Accounting or related field of study
• CPA, JD, LLM, or EA
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Public Accounting
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
• Experience with one or more of the following: S-Corps, C-Corps, or Partnerships
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax preparation and compliance
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation, industry specialization a plus
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

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 accommodati