Senior Tax Manager / Principal (Public Accounting)

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

Job summary

North York CPA Firm seeks an experienced Senior Tax Manager / Tax Principal to lead its growing Canadian tax practice. You will provide strategic tax planning and advisory services to corporate and owner-managed clients, review complex returns, and guide the team on regulatory matters and client engagements.

The role offers leadership opportunities, collaboration with partners, and ongoing growth within a well-established firm in the North York area.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program or a Master’s degree in Taxation required.
• Significant Canadian public accounting tax experience.
• Current or recent experience with a mid-sized CPA/public accounting firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal taxation.
• Extensive experience with tax planning and advisory services.
• Experience with corporate reorganizations and other complex tax matters is an asset.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client relationships and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead engagements and provide technical direction to other professionals.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of client files.
• Strong business development skills are an asset for Principal level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic Canadian tax planning and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of corporate and owner-managed clients.
• Review complex corporate, personal, trust, and partnership tax returns.
• Advise clients on a broad range of tax matters, including corporate reorganizations, estate and succession planning, shareholder transactions, and other tax planning opportunities.
• Research and interpret Canadian tax legislation, CRA positions, and relevant case law.
• Identify tax planning opportunities and develop practical recommendations for clients.
• Prepare and/or review tax planning memorandums and other technical deliverables.
• Work closely with partners and senior team on complex client engagements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to managers, staff, and other professionals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Assist with business development initiatives and identify opportunities to expand tax advisory services.
• Participate in client meetings and communicate complex tax matters clearly.
• Mentor and develop members of the tax team.
• Stay current with changes to Canadian tax legislation and communicate developments to team and clients.

Skills

CPA designation

In-Depth Tax Program

Master's degree in Taxation

Canadian tax knowledge

Tax planning & advisory

Corporate reorganizations

Research & analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Client relationships

Leadership of engagements

Independence

Business development

Education

CPA In-Depth Tax Program

Master’s degree in Taxation

Job description

Job description:

Senior Tax Manager / Tax Principal North York CPA Firm

Our TorontoJobs.ca Recruiting division client, a well-established mid-sized CPA firm located in North York, is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Manager / Tax Principal to join their growing tax practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior tax professional who has developed strong technical expertise in Canadian taxation and is looking to take on a greater leadership role within a respected public accounting firm. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and clients on complex tax matters, provide strategic tax planning and advisory services, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm’s tax practice.

The firm is open to considering candidates at either the Senior Tax Manager or Tax Principal level, depending on experience, technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and overall fit.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic Canadian tax planning and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of corporate and owner-managed clients
• Review complex corporate, personal, trust, and partnership tax returns
• Advise clients on a broad range of tax matters, including corporate reorganizations, estate and succession planning, shareholder transactions, and other tax planning opportunities
• Research and interpret Canadian tax legislation, CRA administrative positions, and relevant case law
• Identify tax planning opportunities and develop practical recommendations for clients
• Prepare and/or review tax planning memorandums and other technical deliverables
• Work closely with partners and senior team members on complex client engagements
• Provide technical guidance and support to managers, staff, and other professionals within the firm
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients
• Assist with business development initiatives and identify opportunities to expand the firm’s tax advisory services
• Participate in client meetings and communicate complex tax matters in a clear and practical manner
• Mentor and develop members of the tax team
• Stay current with changes to Canadian tax legislation and communicate relevant developments to the team and clients

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required
• Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program or a Master’s degree in Taxation is required
• Significant Canadian public accounting tax experience
• Current or recent experience working with a mid-sized CPA/public accounting firm
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal taxation
• Extensive experience with tax planning and advisory services
• Experience with corporate reorganizations and other complex tax matters is an asset
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong client relationship and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead engagements and provide technical direction to other professionals
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of client files
• Strong business development skills are an asset for candidates being considered at the Principal level

Why Join?

• Opportunity to join an established and growing mid-sized CPA firm
• Senior-level role with the opportunity to take on significant responsibility
• Exposure to complex tax planning and advisory engagements
• Diverse portfolio of corporate and owner-managed clients
• Collaborative and professional working environment
• Opportunity to work directly with partners and senior leadership
• Long-term career growth and leadership opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the firm’s tax practice
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Convenient North York location

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required
• Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program or a Master’s degree in Taxation is required
• Significant Canadian public accounting tax experience
• Current or recent experience working with a mid-sized CPA/public accounting firm
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal taxation
• Extensive experience with tax planning and advisory services
• Experience with corporate reorganizations and other complex tax matters is an asset
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong client relationship and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead engagements and provide technical direction to other professionals
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of client files
• Strong business development skills are an asset for candidates being considered at the Principal level

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Centrally located, right on the subway line.