Tax Manager - People Advisory Services, Mobility Tax

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is looking for a Tax Manager to join their People Advisory Services in Calgary, Alberta. This role focuses on Mobility Tax and includes client interaction, tax data analysis, and team guidance. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in personal income tax, preferably with a focus on Canadian and US regulations. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Mental health benefits

Generous time off including personal and vacation days

Exclusive learning programs

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Three or more years’ experience in US and/or Canadian personal income tax.
• Enrollment in or completion of a Canadian or US CPA or US EA is preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of current tax laws in a technical specialization.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients and colleagues globally.
• Analyze client tax data for optimal filing positions.
• Review US and Canadian personal income tax returns.
• Manage client account financials including budgeting and invoicing.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues on tax technical skills.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Continuous learning

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Automated tax processing systems

Job description

Tax Manager - People Advisory Services, Mobility Tax

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1671690

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The opportunity

We are currently seeking a Tax Manager to join our People Advisory Services – Mobility Tax practice. Our People Advisory Services (PAS) practice provides high-quality compliance and advisory solutions to help our clients drive organizational success through human capital. Our practice is one of the world’s largest and has talented and innovative professionals dedicated to teamwork and exceptional client service. People Advisory Services encompasses Mobility, Global Employment Tax Services, Total Rewards, HR Performance Improvement and Immigration services.

Using cutting-edge technology and working with team-oriented colleagues, the successful candidate will be responsible for securing and analyzing client tax data used in the preparation and/or review of tax compliance products. The Mobility Tax services include Canadian and US personal income tax, compliance and advisory services; mobility policy design; executive compensation advice; employer tax advice; and global coordination. You’ll be part of a team with a wide variety of experiences and a supportive environment.

Your key responsibilities

• Interface with clients and colleagues, located throughout the world, by phone, virtual meetings and in person
• Analyze client tax data to determine appropriate and optimal Canadian and US filing positions, and provide tax planning advice to clients
• Review US and Canadian personal income tax returns
• Manage the financials of client accounts by:
  
  • developing budgets
  • determining resource requirements
  • timely invoicing and appropriate revenue recognition
  • monitoring financial metrics for optimal results
• Provide guidance to more junior colleagues on both tax technical and performance management skills
• Contribute to a flexible, stable, and team-oriented working culture that fosters personal development and a positive attitude
• Engage in tax technical research to support both compliance and advisory deliverables
• Leverage cutting -edge technology to maximize productivity
• Understanding and addressing client needs in an ever-changing mobility landscape, by offering integrated mobility solutions such as immigration, workforce advisory and payroll systems

Skills and attributes for success

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to confidently collaborate across teams
• Ability to manage shifting priorities through strong organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to fostering a flexible, stable, and team-oriented culture that encourages personal development and positivity
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Dedicated to continuous learning in a tax technical environment utilizing evolving technology

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A diploma or bachelor’s degree, ideally with an emphasis on accounting, finance or a related field
• Three or more years’ experience in US and or Canadian personal income tax
• Enrollment in or completion of a Canadian or US CPA or US EA is preferred
• Excellent knowledge of prevalent automated tax processing systems and current tax laws in an area of technical specialization
• Exceptional proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel

What we look for

• Strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development
• People with a genuine passion for tax, and the future of tax, and are inspired to help the world’s leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you

What we offer

The EY benefits package is designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Our extensive benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, as well as mental health benefits, a robust Employee Assistance Program and group savings plans to promote your overall wellbeing. We offer generous time off, including personal days, vacation days, and additional firm-wide holidays, along with the option to purchase extra vacation days. Employees can take advantage of EY's exclusive learning programs tailored just for them. We also provide internal opportunities for career development and advancement, enabling you to grow within the firm. Get involved in meaningful volunteering through EY Ripples and make a positive impact in the community.

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