Tax Manager

Job summary

The Tax Manager will review T1, T2, and T3 returns while providing proactive tax planning and support for corporate reorganizations and succession planning. They will also lead responses to CRA audits and mentor the firm's tax staff.

Job details

Tax Manager | $120,000–$150,000 | Burlington This is a Tax Manager role for someone who enjoys the part of public accounting that happens beyond compliance. You’ll still be reviewing T1s, T2s and T3s, but a significant part of the position is about understanding clients properly, spotting planning opportunities and helping business owners through reorganizations, succession, estates, CRA matters and more complex tax decisions. You’ll be joining a small CPA firm in Burlington, where the structure is deliberately hands-on. You’ll know the clients you’re advising, work directly with senior leadership and have a meaningful role in developing the tax team. Why this role stands out: $120,000–$150,000 salary Burlington location Small CPA firm environment Direct access to senior leadership Strong owner-managed business client base Mix of tax compliance and planning Corporate reorganizations and transaction exposure Estate and succession planning Cross-border and foreign reporting exposure Opportunity to influence how the tax department develops Strong client ownership Staff leadership and development What you’ll be doing: Review T1, T2 and T3 tax returns Review GST/HST and other indirect tax filings Review T1134, T106 and foreign affiliate reporting Lead responses to CRA audits and tax disputes Provide proactive tax planning advice Support corporate reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions Advise on cross-border transactions Work on succession and estate planning Identify tax risks and recommend practical solutions Act as a primary point of contact for clients Provide technical guidance to other members of the firm Coach and develop tax staff Contribute to departmental planning, workflow and process improvements Support recruitment, retention and succession planning Represent the firm at networking and community events What they’re looking for: Previous Canadian CPA firm/public accounting experience CPA designation 5+ years of Canadian tax experience within a CPA firm Previous Manager experience, or a strong Senior ready to step up Strong T1, T2 and T3 review experience Strong Canadian corporate tax knowledge Experience with corporate reorganizations and tax planning Exposure to trusts, estates and succession planning Experience dealing with CRA audits and disputes T1134, T106 and foreign reporting experience would be valuable Strong client relationship skills Experience reviewing, mentoring and developing staff Comfortable acting as a technical resource within the firm Owner-managed business experience would be particularly relevant If you’d like to know more about this position, just hit the apply button and I’ll be in touch. If you’re only browsing the job boards and haven’t updated your resume yet, that’s not a problem. You can call me on 647 503 2624 or email jamieegglenton@distinctrecruitment.com. Alternatively, search for Jamie Egglenton at Distinct North America on LinkedIn and send me a message. If you’re unsure about applying because you don’t meet every requirement, I’d still encourage you to get in touch. We support the CPA firms we partner with in building diverse, inclusive and equitable workplaces, and even if this role isn’t the right fit, there may be another one that is.

What you’ll do

The Tax Manager will review T1, T2, and T3 returns while providing proactive tax planning and support for corporate reorganizations and succession planning. They will also lead responses to CRA audits and mentor the firm's tax staff.

Requirements

Candidates must be a CPA with over 5 years of Canadian tax experience within a public accounting firm. Previous manager experience or a strong senior level background with expertise in corporate tax and foreign reporting is required.

Listed skills

• Staff Leadership · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tax Compliance
• Tax Planning
• Corporate Reorganizations
• Estate Planning
• Succession Planning
• CRA Audit Management
• T1 Review
• T2 Review
• T3 Review
• Foreign Reporting
• Indirect Tax Filings
• Staff Leadership
• Client Relationship Management
• Cross-border Transactions
• Technical Guidance
• Mergers and Acquisitions

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership