Senior Tax Manager, US

Colliers; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 135,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services firm in Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to oversee U.S. tax compliance and provision support. This hybrid position requires a CPA designation and 8–10 years of experience in U.S. tax compliance. Excellent communication skills and proficiency in tax preparation software are necessary. The approximate salary range is $135,000 to $145,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in U.S. tax compliance within professional services or corporate settings.
• Proven experience in U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and U.S. tax preparation software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and review of U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns.
• Support quarterly and annual tax provisions and manage federal and state audits.
• Act as a key tax resource, providing guidance on U.S. income and commodity tax matters.

Skills

U.S. tax compliance

Tax provision support

Strategic tax initiatives

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation

Degree in Accounting

Tools

Go Systems

Onesource

Job description

Overview

Senior Tax Manager, US role at Colliers. This is a hybrid role based out of Vancouver, BC, with responsibilities focused on U.S. tax compliance, tax provision support, and strategic tax initiatives for Colliers’ U.S. operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax compliance processes: Oversee the preparation and review of U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns, including forms 1120, 1065, 5471, 5472, and other informational filings.
• Drive tax provision and audit readiness: Support quarterly and annual tax provisions and manage federal and state audits, ensuring accurate surplus and E&P calculations.
• Assist with indirect and state-level tax filings: Review and support business & occupancy tax returns, gross receipts taxes, and other state-level filings.
• Collaborate closely with accounting and finance: Act as a key tax resource, providing excellent internal service and clear guidance on U.S. income and commodity tax matters.
• Coordinate with external advisors: Manage and review outsourced U.S. tax filings to ensure completeness and compliance with current tax regulations.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree and/or designation in Accounting; CPA designation required.
• 8–10 years of experience, preferably in U.S. tax compliance within professional services or corporate settings.
• Proven experience in U.S. corporate and partnership tax returns, including surplus and E&P calculations.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and U.S. tax preparation software (Go Systems or Onesource).
• Exceptional communication skills; ability to translate complex tax matters clearly and build strong partnerships across departments.

Additional Information

Area / Location: Vancouver, BC (Hybrid)

Approximate Salary Range for this Role: $135,000 - $145,000

Direct applicants only, please; no agencies. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Disability-related accommodations are available on request throughout the recruitment process.