Tax Senior Manager - US Tax

RSM; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Vancouver is seeking a Tax Senior Manager responsible for reviewing complex tax returns, managing client needs, and advising on corporate tax services. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years in public accounting, relevant degrees, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary range of $81,500 - $130,500 and eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive benefits and compensation package

Personalized wellbeing programming

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in Public Accounting.
• Experience with S-Corps, C-Corps, or Partnerships.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Review complex tax returns such as 1120s, 1065s, and treaty-based returns.
• Manage client needs from PBC requests to final billing.
• Advise clients on corporate tax services including compliance and M&A activities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work closely with clients

Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation

Education

BA/BS Degree in Accounting or related field

CPA, JD, LLM, or EA credential

Job description

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally. Our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our inclusive culture and talent experience, enabling us to be compelling to our clients. We offer an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you, and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

RSM US Corporate tax helps Canadian and foreign multi-national businesses and privately held companies navigate the complex US tax regime. This includes assistance with initial structuring considerations when expanding into the US, annual tax return compliance for federal and state requirements, tax savings opportunities from credits, incentives, and law changes, repatriating cash efficiently, and planning exit strategies. Our group also assists Canadian citizens with FIRPTA filings, Form 1099s for contractor payments, Form 1042s for FDAP payments, and other cross-border matters.

As a Tax Senior Manager at RSM, you will be responsible for core duties centered around three concepts: Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service / Business Development:

1. Review complex tax returns such as 1120s, 1065s, 1120-F branch, and treaty-based returns.
2. Review SALT returns.
3. Manage all client needs from PBC requests to final billing.
4. Serve as a Career Advisor, mentor or coach, providing performance feedback (about 10-20% of your time).
5. Train and develop staff members (about 10-20% of your time).
6. Provide detailed review and analysis of complex tax returns including PFICs, 8865s, 8858s, 1042s, 1099s, 5471s, 5472s.
7. Handle multiple complex issues, communicating effectively with clients and the service team while managing risks.
8. Serve as the Tax client service coordinator for designated clients.
9. Advise clients on corporate tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and M&A activities.
10. Review research findings, ensuring compliance with firm policies and standards.
11. Assist with new business development and tax issue recognition.
12. Manage corporate client needs regarding tax services and compliance.
13. Stay current on tax practices and law changes.
14. Perform other duties as assigned; some travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications:

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting or related field.
• CPA, JD, LLM, or EA credential.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in Public Accounting.
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions and gather information.
• Experience with S-Corps, C-Corps, or Partnerships.
• Effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of tax code and technical aspects of tax compliance.
• Strong technical skills in accounting and tax preparation; industry specialization is a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience with ASC 740 accounting for income taxes.
• Experience with international tax matters is a plus.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package. We support your wellbeing through personalized programming across physical, emotional, financial, and community aspects. Learn more about our total rewards at our careers page.

Compensation Range: $81,500 - $130,500

Selected individuals will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance.