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Position Title: Senior Manager or Director Tax
Location: Markham, Ontario, Canada
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Reports To: Tax Partner
Team Leadership: Oversees a team of 7

Who Were Looking For:

HireNow Staffing is leading a confidential search on behalf of a highly regarded mid-sized accounting firm based in Markham. We're seeking a Senior Tax Manager or Tax Director who brings deep technical tax knowledge, a track record of leadership, and a passion for helping private clients and businesses navigate the complexities of Canadian tax.

This is more than a senior-level role it's a cornerstone leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and wants to leave a lasting mark on a firm known for personalized service and trusted client partnerships.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• You'll join a firm where your ideas are heard and implemented not buried in red tape.

• You'll guide a talented and motivated tax team through technical reviews, mentorship, and strategic planning.

• You'll work closely with firm leadership to shape client strategies involving corporate reorganizations, tax compliance, and long-term planning.

• You'll have a clear pathway to further executive leadership roles, with a seat at the table when key decisions are made.

This is an ideal role for a mid- to senior-level tax professional ready to move beyond just delivering tax returns and toward shaping the future of a growing practice.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of tax professionals handling a range of engagements from complex compliance to advisory and planning

• Oversee and review personal, corporate, and trust tax filings (T1, T2, T3), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with current tax legislation

• Provide proactive tax planning strategies for owner-managed businesses and high-net-worth individuals

• Act as a strategic advisor for corporate reorganizations, succession planning, and cross-generational wealth strategies

• Mentor, coach, and support the professional development of junior and mid-level team members

• Stay current on federal and provincial tax law updates, ensuring the firms practices evolve with regulatory changes

• Assist with business development initiatives, including onboarding new clients and identifying value-added services for existing ones

What You Bring:

• CPA designation in good standing (Canada)

• Post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field

• Completed or actively enrolled in the CPA In-Depth Tax Program

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in public practice taxation

• At least 2 years of experience in a review capacity and managing/supervising tax staff

• Technical strength in Canadian corporate taxation, complex compliance, and reorganizations

• Proficiency in CaseWare, CaseView, Taxprep, Excel, and other relevant tax tools

• A team-first mindset with strong communication skills and an ability to lead with integrity

Compensation & Work Environment:

• Base Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 CAD (commensurate with experience)

• Bonus: Performance-based incentives available

• Location: Markham, Ontario On-site at firm headquarters

• Relocation: Not offered for this position

About the Firm (Confidential):

This client is a well-established accounting and advisory firm with a strong presence in the GTA. They've earned the trust of entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses, and multi-generational clients through consistent service, technical expertise, and genuine relationships.

Their culture is built on collaboration, mentorship, and accountabilitymaking it an ideal place for tax professionals who want their work to matter and their career to grow in lockstep with their contributions.

Note: The clients name will be disclosed only to shortlisted candidates following an initial screening interview with HireNow Staffing.

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