Tax Manager: Lead CPA Team & Client Portfolio

Horizon SF; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is partnering with a public practice firm to recruit a Tax Manager. The CPA will own a client portfolio, lead a team of staff, and drive tax planning and compliance for diverse clients in a dynamic environment.

You will collaborate with firm leadership, manage relationships, mentor junior team members, and contribute to process improvements while staying abreast of current tax legislation and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of public practice experience with a strong tax focus.
• Deep knowledge of tax planning and compliance for private companies, individuals, and trusts.
• Strong technical skills and understanding of current tax legislation.
• Proficiency with CaseWare, TaxPrep, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex tax concepts.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of business clients, delivering year-end financial statements, tax compliance, and tax planning services.
• Collaborate with clients, partners and operations to provide exceptional service.
• Review staff work and provide constructive coaching and feedback.
• Research and resolve complex tax matters in line with legislation.
• Lead communications with CRA or other tax authorities, including audits.
• Develop and improve internal accounting processes and systems.
• Mentor staff development and provide ongoing technical guidance.
• Support full-cycle accounting tasks as needed.

Skills

Client service

Mentoring

Communication

Tax planning

Tax compliance

Leadership

Education

CPA designation

Tools

CaseWare

TaxPrep

Microsoft Office

Job description

Horizon Recruitment Inc. is partnering with a public practice firm to recruit a Tax Manager. The CPA will own a client portfolio, lead a team of staff, and drive tax planning and compliance for diverse clients in a dynamic environment.

You will collaborate with firm leadership, manage relationships, mentor junior team members, and contribute to process improvements while staying abreast of current tax legislation and regulatory changes.