Tax Manager

Northbound Recruitment; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruitment firm in Canada is seeking a tax professional for a client-facing leadership position. The role involves collaborating with clients and the tax team to implement planning strategies. Candidates must have a CPA designation, experience in Canadian private company tax, and strong communication skills. The ideal applicant will demonstrate independence, motivation, and the ability to manage multiple clients effectively. This position offers an opportunity to coach junior professionals and foster valuable client relationships.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of public practice experience, with at least 2 years in Canadian private company tax.
• Strong background in tax compliance for small to medium-sized businesses.
• Experience with tax reorganizations and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Preparing tax technical research and correspondence.
• Reviewing complex tax compliance matters and returns.
• Providing support to team members on tax-related issues.
• Assisting in the development and coaching of other professionals and junior team members.
• Working with colleagues to identify potential planning opportunities and generate additional business from existing clients.

Skills

Designated CPA

Strong multitasking skills

Excellent communication skills

Open to collaboration

Education

CPA Canada In-depth Tax Course

CPA Canada In-depth Tax Course

Job description

In this client-facing leadership position, you will collaborate closely with the tax group and management team to implement tax and business planning strategies for both new and existing clients.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Preparing tax technical research, correspondence, and memos.
• Reviewing complex tax compliance matters, including tax returns and election forms.
• Providing support to team members on tax-related issues for all clients.
• Assisting in the development and coaching of other professionals and junior team members.
• Working with colleagues to identify potential planning opportunities and generate additional business from existing clients.

Required Experience, Qualifications, and Characteristics:

• Designated CPA
• Currently enrolled in or have completed the CPA Canada In-depth Tax Course
• 4+ years of public practice experience, with at least 2 years in Canadian private company tax
• Strong background in tax compliance, with an understanding of the challenges faced by small to medium-sized businesses
• Experience with tax reorganizations and transactions
• Independent, highly motivated, and a self-starter
• Strong multitasking skills, able to manage multiple clients simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with a commitment to maintaining open and transparent dialogue with colleagues and clients
• Effective relationship-we want our clients and your direct reports to enjoy working with you!
• One Team mindset open to collaboration and bringing positive energy to the team.