Senior Tax Manager

Baker Tilly Canada; Dartmouth; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards package

Robust benefits plan

RRSP matching

Paid time off package

On-site gym

Growth-focused coaching

Social events

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada is seeking a Senior Tax Manager in Dartmouth, NS, to join their team. In this role, you'll work closely with partners to develop tax planning for clients and review tax returns prepared by staff. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA designation, and at least 7 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive total rewards package, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years in tax within a professional services firm.
• Demonstrated success providing exceptional client service.
• Strong problem-solving skills and professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tax planning assignments for clients.
• Review Canadian tax returns prepared by staff.
• Coach and mentor staff for high performance.

Skills

Client service

Technical and analytical skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting

CPA designation

Completion of the In-depth Tax Program

7+ years of experience in tax

Job description

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Senior Tax Manager to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role:

• Working closely with the Partners and other senior tax staff to develop and implement tax planning assignments for clients
• Performing and reviewing technical research, developing and documenting tax planning recommendations
• Reviewing Canadian individual and corporate tax returns and other tax work prepared by staff
• Consulting with clients regarding various business and tax planning needs
• Adding value by identifying client service opportunities, including cross-team collaboration
• Coach, mentor, and develop staff for high performance and professional growth
• Share your skills with the broader team by developing and facilitating ongoing training opportunities
• Engage with all levels of our team while working to bring our strategy to life and participate in firm-wide events that foster our amazing workplace culture

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in accounting or equivalent field
• CPA designation (preferred)
• Competition of the In-depth Tax Program
• Minimum of 7+ years of total experience in tax within a professional services firm with a focus on private enterprises
• Demonstrated success providing exceptional client service
• Strong technical and analytical skills matched with problem-solving skills and professional judgement to help you find optimal solutions in an efficient manner
• Strong project management and organizational skills Self-motivation with an ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive total rewards package, including salary and incentive program
• Robust benefits plan (health, dental, life, dependent life, AD&D, STD, LTD, etc.)
• Fantastic perks
• RRSP matching
• Generous paid time off package (vacation, personal, sick, firm holidays, etc.)
• Wellness allowance
• Cell phone allowance
• Complimentary on-site gym
• Free, plentiful parking
• Dress for your day, including casual
• Growth-focused coaching and mentoring
• Learning and professional development opportunities as well as paid professional dues
• Work-life integration (professional flexibility, remote work opportunities, compressed work weeks, Employee Family Assistance Program, etc.)
• Fun at work year-round with firm-sponsored social events

Where you’ll work:

Dartmouth, NS

Remote work opportunities will be considered for this position if work is performed from a secure location such as your home office in Ontario. Position may require attendance to company events a few times a year.

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

Your schedule: Monday to Friday

Salary range: Will be communicated at a later stage in the hiring process

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.