Tax Manager

Baker Tilly KDN LLP; Courtice; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits from day 1

RRSP matching

Parental leave top-up

Wellness reimbursement

Banked lieu-time / paid time off

Job summary

Baker Tilly KDN LLP in Courtice, ON is seeking a Tax Manager to lead personal and corporate tax engagements and coach staff. The role emphasizes client-focused service and helping clients navigate complex tax issues.

The position requires CPA/CFEs, 5+ years in public accounting with tax specialization, and strong technical knowledge of Canadian tax and GAAP provisions. Competency with tax software and MS Office is essential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Common Final Evaluation (CFE).
• Successful completion of/or in the process of completing the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course and/or Master of Taxation Course.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with a tax specialty.
• Robust technical knowledge of Canadian tax related issues and GAAP for tax provisions.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, and tax research software.

Responsibilities

• Review a wide range of personal and corporate tax engagements.
• Provide daily guidance/support, coaching and development of firm staff with respect to tax knowledge and matters.
• Research of tax issues and preparation of memoranda.
• Participate in special tax engagements.
• Provide client tax planning services.
• Preparation and presentation of technical sessions to firm staff.
• Provide personal, attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships and identify client service opportunities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Education

Common Final Evaluation (CFE)

CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course

Master of Taxation (in progress)

Tools

MS Office

Caseware/Caseview

TaxPrep

Tax research software

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 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 different 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.

Your role:

• Review of a wide range of personal and corporate tax engagements.
• Provide daily guidance/support, coaching and development of firm staff with respect to tax knowledge and matters.
• Research of tax issues and preparation of memoranda.
• Participate in special tax engagements.
• Provide client tax planning services.
• Preparation and presentation of technical sessions to firm staff.
• Provide personal, attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships and identify client service opportunities.

What you bring to the table:

• Successful completion of the Common Final Evaluation (CFE).
• Successful completion of/or in the process of completing the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course and/or Master of Taxation Course.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience with a tax specialty.
• Robust technical knowledge of Canadian tax related issues and of GAAP requirements for tax provisions.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, and tax research software.
• Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, project management and organizational skills.
• Professional manner, strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and demonstrated ability to work with other’s effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to provide value-added service to clients and strong understanding of a client-focused fast paced work environment including related deadlines. Ability to effectively pivot between tasks, prioritize and manage deliverables to meet conflicting deadlines.
• Experience working with owner managed businesses considered an asset.
• A passion for tax work!

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Generous paid time off program, including banked lieu-time (say hello to summer Fridays off)
• Comprehensive employer-paid health and dental benefits effective from day one
• Family-friendly benefits and support programs, including parental leave top-up program
• Enhanced mental health and wellness resources
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Employer-matched RRSP program
• Employee recognition and referral programs
• A collaborative leadership team invested in your success
• Meaningful and rewarding work with opportunities to make an impact
• Ongoing learning, training, and professional development support
• Team-building and employee engagement initiatives throughout the year
• A professional, inclusive, and positive workplace culture

Where you'll work: Courtice, ON

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary range: $100k - $130k per annum

Baker Tilly is fair and competitive when it comes to rewarding our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors and levels. Our total rewards philosophy is rooted in recognizing people's unique contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver. Along with a competitive base salary we offer comprehensive benefits and perks.

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.

Posting Status: Existing Vacancy

Recruitment Process Notice: Baker Tilly KDN may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as screening, organizing, or summarizing applicant information. AI tools are used to assist our team and do not make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by qualified hiring professionals, and all selection decisions are made by the hiring team.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

Baker Tilly KDN LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Limited. All members of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative and Baker Tilly International Limited are separate and independent legal entities.

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