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Team Lead- Tax

Ottawa, ON
Hybrid
Posted May 4, 2026
1 position

$75,000–$90,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Supervise and mentor staff accountants while managing complex tax returns and advisory engagements. Act as the primary contact for clients and develop tax engagement plans and budgets to ensure quality delivery.

Job details

Launch Your Journey with HW Partners Are you a designated CPA with a passion for tax and a drive to lead? At HW Partners, we believe in empowering early-career tax professionals to grow, take ownership, and make a real impact. Join a collaborative, energetic team where your expertise in tax matters and your career can flourish. Why HW Partners? Accelerated Growth: Step into leadership with hands-on mentorship and dedicated professional development time. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy extended December leave, four-day work weeks in July and August, and flexible daily core hours. Generous Benefits: Three weeks’ starting vacation, paid sick and personal time, comprehensive group benefits (including dental and vision), and a business casual dress code. Vibrant Culture: Active social committee, frequent staff events, and a supportive, inclusive environment. Community Focus: Be part of a company that values community involvement and continuous learning. Your Impact As a Tax Team Lead, you will: Supervise and mentor staff accountants on tax compliance and advisory engagements. Act as the main point of contact between clients and your team. Take ownership of complex tax returns and research projects with growing independence. Develop tax engagement plans and budgets and monitor progress to ensure quality and timely delivery. Motivate and support your team’s career development. Identify tax planning opportunities and assist in delivering value-added advice to clients. Participate in internal committees and help implement firm initiatives. Lead pre-engagement planning and deliver presentations or training in your area of tax expertise. What You Bring: CPA designation. Minimum two years’ experience in tax within a public practice environment. Strong communication and analytical skills. Experience with corporate and personal tax compliance, tax research, and an interest in tax planning and advisory. Enrolled in the CPA In‑Depth Tax Course (Parts I, II, and III), with progress towards completion considered an asset. Eagerness to learn, seek feedback, and take on new challenges. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. Enthusiasm for tax, public accounting, and team leadership. Bilingualism in English and French is an asset. Ready to Lead in Tax? If you’re passionate about tax, excited to lead, and ready to grow your career with us, we want to hear from you! Please email your cover letter and CV to Krista MacDonald, Director of People & Talent. HW Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please let us know.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a CPA designation and at least two years of tax experience within a public practice environment. Proficiency in corporate and personal tax compliance is essential, with progress in the CPA In-Depth Tax Course considered an asset.