Cross Border Tax Manager

Job summary

The Cross-Border Tax Manager will manage and review complex Canadian and U.S. tax compliance and planning engagements for a diverse client base. They are also responsible for providing strategic tax advice, mentoring junior staff, and building strong client relationships.

Job details

Who We Are At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, we exist to help entrepreneurs build the business, and the life, of their dreams. As a purpose-driven firm generating $25M in annual revenue with a team of 200 professionals, we combine deep expertise in accounting, tax, law, and advisory with an unwavering commitment to empowering business owners. Our culture is built on excellence, accountability, collaboration, and growth. We believe in supporting our people to reach their full potential, just as we support our clients in achieving theirs. Joining our team means being part of an innovative, fast-paced environment where your work has a direct impact on the success of entrepreneurs across Canada. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Cross-Border Tax Manager to join our growing tax department. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of progressive public accounting experience with a strong focus on Canadian and U.S. cross-border taxation, international tax planning, and compliance for individuals, corporations, trusts, and partnerships. This role will be responsible for managing client engagements, providing strategic tax guidance, reviewing complex tax filings, mentoring staff, and developing strong client relationships. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and other senior professionals to deliver innovative tax solutions to a diverse client base with international operations and reporting requirements. Responsibilities (Tasks Associated with the Role) Manage and review Canadian and U.S. cross-border tax compliance and planning engagements for individuals, partnerships, corporations and estates (T1, T2, 1040, 1065, 5471, 1134, 1135 etc.). Provide strategic tax advice to individuals, corporations, trusts, with a focus on owner-managed businesses. Review complex tax returns, and related filings for accuracy and completeness. Research and analyze cross-border tax matters and communicate solutions to clients and team members. Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.Identify tax planning opportunities and support business development initiatives. Lead, mentor, and develop junior tax professionals. Manage multiple engagements while ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery. Qualifications/Skills & Experience CPA designation required (both Canadian and U.S. CPA designations would be an asset) 8-10 years of public accounting experience with a focus on Canadian and U.S. cross-border taxation. CPA In-Depth Tax Program completed or in progress is preferred. Strong technical knowledge of Canadian tax legislation and U.S. cross-border tax matters. Experience reviewing complex tax returns and planning engagements. Proven leadership, client management, and project management skills. Excellent analytical, research, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced professional environment We have Five Core Values at Our Firm: All In(passion for what you do and a commitment to excellence) Own It(solutions oriented, owning outcomes) Choose Opportunity (willingness to innovate) Relentless Excellence (redefining expectations) Better Together(teamwork drives the best results) Existing Vacancy: Internal and External Compensation: This position offers a starting salary range of $90,000 to $130,000 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 Do our core values resonate with you? Does your skillset align with this role? If so, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll do

The Cross-Border Tax Manager will manage and review complex Canadian and U.S. tax compliance and planning engagements for a diverse client base. They are also responsible for providing strategic tax advice, mentoring junior staff, and building strong client relationships.

Requirements

Candidates must have 8-10 years of public accounting experience with a strong focus on Canadian and U.S. cross-border taxation. A CPA designation is required, and completion or progress in the CPA In-Depth Tax Program is preferred.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cross-border taxation
• Canadian tax legislation
• U.S. tax compliance
• International tax planning
• Tax return review
• Strategic tax guidance
• Client relationship management
• Mentoring
• Project management
• Analytical skills
• Research
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• CPA designation
• CPA In-Depth Tax Program
• Public Accounting
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Management
• Accountability
• Solution-Oriented
• Planning
• Self-Motivation
• Accounting
• Artificial Intelligence
• Business Development
• Management
• Leadership
• Innovation
• International Taxation
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Operations
• Tax Laws
• Tax Consulting
• Tax Preparation
• Tax Planning
• Tax Returns
• Scheduling
• T2 Tax Return (Corporation Income Tax Return)
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Consulting
• Management & Leadership
• Tax Manager
• Tax Manager (General)
• Accountants
• Financial Managers