Tax Managing Director - Private

HireNow Staffing Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier accounting firm in Toronto is seeking a Tax Managing Director to lead the Private Client Tax Practice. You will oversee a team of 55 tax professionals while guiding high-net-worth clients through complex tax landscapes. The ideal candidate has 10-15 years of public accounting experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of tax strategy. This permanent role offers a competitive salary range of $142,500 - $263,000 CAD.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of progressive public accounting experience focusing on private companies and HNW individuals.
• Extensive experience leading client engagements and managing multi-layered tax issues.
• Deep familiarity with entity taxation and individual taxation matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Private Client Tax Practice ensuring client satisfaction and team execution.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on complex tax and estate planning.
• Oversee entity-level tax strategy and multi-state tax planning.

Skills

Leadership

Tax strategy

Client advisory

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business, or Finance

Master's in Tax

Job description

About the job Tax Managing Director - Private

Position Title: Tax Managing Director - Private Company Services
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Position Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Reports To: Regional Partner
Team Leadership Scope: 55 Tax Professionals

Lead with Purpose. Advise with Precision.

HireNow Staffing is working on a discreet search for a Tax Managing Director on behalf of a top-tier national accounting firm, known for its deep commitment to private client services. This rare leadership opportunity sits at the intersection of technical tax mastery, client advisory excellence, and strategic firm-wide impact.

You will head the firm's Private Company and High-Net-Worth Client Group, oversee a large, high-performing team while guide clients through complex tax landscapes including estate and trust matters, entity structuring, succession planning, and cross-border or multi-jurisdictional tax considerations.

This is more than a leadership role it's a defining career moment for a seasoned tax professional who is ready to shape vision, develop future leaders, and elevate client partnerships.

What You'll Do:

Lead the Private Client Tax Practice with full ownership of engagement quality, client satisfaction, and team execution

Serve as the trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and private business owners, providing guidance on complex tax, succession, and estate planning

Oversee entity-level tax strategy (C Corps, S Corps, partnerships) and individual-level planning for executive stakeholders

Drive multi-state and cross-border tax planning solutions with the support of subject matter experts

Manage the performance and development of a 55-person tax team, including Senior Managers, Managers, and Associates

Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic planning, client expansion, and innovation in service delivery

Review and sign off on key client deliverables, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment

Act as an internal mentor and external thought leader within the private client tax domain

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business, or Finance (Masters in Tax a plus)

10-15 years of progressive public accounting experience with a primary focus on private companies and HNW individuals

Extensive experience leading client engagements, managing multi-layered tax issues, and presenting directly to stakeholders

Deep familiarity with entity taxation (S Corp, C Corp, partnership) and individual taxation including estate, gift, and fiduciary tax matters

Working knowledge of multi-state tax compliance for privately held growth-stage entities

A proven leader who inspires confidence, promotes collaboration, and cultivates long-term client and team relationships

Compensation & Role Structure:

Base Salary Range: $142,500 - $263,000 CAD (commensurate with experience)

Bonus: Performance-based and tied to firm-level and individual goals

Location: On-site role at the Toronto headquarters (hybrid flexibility considered case-by-case)

Relocation: Not offered at this time

About the Client:

Our client is a nationally recognized professional services firm with a specialized focus on the middle market and private wealth. With decades of experience, they've built a reputation for excellence, trust, and bespoke tax advisory services that meet clients where they are and grow with them.

Internally, their leadership philosophy is centered on mentorship, innovation, and growth. Their environment is ideal for high performers who want to think beyond compliance and partner directly with clients on long-term value creation.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

If you're a high-level tax strategist ready to lead a legacy practice and shape the next generation of tax professionals, we'd love to connect. Apply in confidence today.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Position Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Reports To: Regional Partner

Team Leadership Scope: 55 Tax Professionals

Lead with Purpose. Advise with Precision.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Business, or Finance (Masters in Tax a plus)
• 10-15 years of progressive public accounting experience with a primary focus on private companies and HNW individuals
• Extensive experience leading client engagements, managing multi-layered tax issues, and presenting directly to stakeholders
• Deep familiarity with entity taxation (S Corp, C Corp, partnership) and individual taxation including estate, gift, and fiduciary tax matters
• Working knowledge of multi-state tax compliance for privately held growth-stage entities
• A proven leader who inspires confidence, promotes collaboration, and cultivates long-term client and team relationships