U.S. Tax Compliance Manager

Gauvreaucpa; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauvreau CPA is seeking an experienced US Tax Compliance Manager to join our growing firm. This role targets a technically strong U.S. tax professional with 5–8 years in public accounting and solid experience with U.S.

federal and state filings. The manager will oversee timely, accurate U.S. tax engagements for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates, providing technical review and guidance to the tax team while researching complex matters and monitoring regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of public accounting experience focused on U.S. taxation.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing U.S. federal tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal tax compliance requirements; state tax experience is a plus.
• Experience with U.S. international information reporting is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support junior tax professionals.
• Canadian tax or cross-border experience is an asset, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review U.S. federal and state tax compliance engagements for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates.
• Prepare and review U.S. tax returns and related information reporting.
• Review complex tax returns and supporting workpapers for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and assist with resolution of complex U.S. tax compliance matters.
• Research U.S. federal and state tax legislation and communicate changes to the team.
• Manage client compliance deadlines, workflow and engagement priorities.
• Identify compliance issues and opportunities for process improvements.
• Collaborate with Canadian tax professionals where U.S. and Canadian matters intersect.
• Mentor and develop junior tax professionals with technical review.
• Develop standardized processes, checklists, templates and resources for the U.S. tax practice.

Skills

US taxation

Public accounting

US tax returns

Tax compliance

U.S. tax research

Deadline management

Cross-border experience

Mentoring juniors

Canadian tax knowledge

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced US Tax Compliance Manager to join our growing firm. This role is designed for a technically strong U.S. tax professional with 5–8 years of public accounting experience and significant experience preparing and reviewing U.S. federal and state tax filings.

The US Tax Compliance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the timely and accurate completion of U.S. tax compliance engagements for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates. The role will provide technical review and guidance to the tax team, research complex compliance matters, monitor changes in U.S. tax legislation and help ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across the U.S. tax practice.

Canadian tax knowledge is considered an asset, but is not required. The primary focus of this position is U.S. tax compliance and technical expertise.

Responsibilities (Tasks Associated with the Role)

• Manage and review U.S. federal and state tax compliance engagements for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts and estates.
• Prepare and review U.S. tax returns and related information reporting, including Forms 1040, 1120, 1065, 1041, 5471, 5472, 8858, 8865 and other applicable filings.
• Review complex tax returns and supporting workpapers for accuracy, completeness and technical compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and assist with the resolution of complex U.S. tax compliance matters.
• Research U.S. federal and state tax legislation and communicate relevant changes and requirements to the team.
• Manage client compliance deadlines, workflow and engagement priorities.
• Identify compliance issues and opportunities for process improvements.
• Respond to client questions and provide practical guidance relating to U.S. tax compliance requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Canadian tax professionals where U.S. and Canadian tax matters intersect.
• Mentor and develop junior tax professionals, including providing technical review and feedback.
• Assist with the development of standardized processes, checklists, templates and technical resources for the U.S. tax practice.

Qualifications/Skills & Experience

• U.S. CPA or IRS Enrolled Agent designation would be an asset.
• 5–8 years of public accounting experience focused on U.S. taxation.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing U.S. federal tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal tax compliance requirements, with U.S. state tax experience considered an asset.
• Experience with U.S. international information reporting is an asset.
• Strong technical research and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple compliance engagements and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proven ability to mentor and support junior tax professionals.
• Canadian tax or cross-border experience is an asset, but not required.

We have Five Core Values at Our Firm

1. All In (passion for what you do and a commitment to excellence)
2. Own It (solutions oriented, owning outcomes)
3. Choose Opportunity (willingness to innovate)
4. Relentless Excellence (redefining expectations)
5. Better Together (teamwork drives the best results)

Work Location: Remote, hybrid or in-person in the GTA.

Compensation: This position offers a starting salary range of $110,000 to $140,000 per year. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s education, relevant experience, and skills.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Applicants are advised that AI may be used to support aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening or scheduling

Learn more about us here: https://gauvreaucpa.ca/join-us/ and in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuJBnoF5lpY

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