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Build Your Career Where It Matters.For over 45 years, McGovern Hurley has been a leading mid-sized CPA firm, delivering tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private companies, and owner-managed businesses ? locally, nationally, and globally.?Registered with Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we uphold the highest standards of quality, accountability, and technical excellence.?We?re?proud to rank among Canada?s top 10 firms serving publicly listed entities, completing more than 140 public company audits each year. Driven by integrity, curiosity, and collaboration, we empower our people to take ownership, accelerate their growth, and make a meaningful impact from day one. Note:?We?operate?in a hybrid model, with?two in-office days per week?at our North York office.?Thursdays?serve as the Anchor Day for the Tax Advisory Group (TAG), creating dedicated time to collaborate, connect, and learn together.About YouAs an emerging professional with 2-3 years of public accounting experience, you are ready to grow beyond compliance into impactful advisory work. With a strong technical foundation in tax compliance, you are progressing toward your CPA designation and learning to handle complex engagements with confidence. Leading with curiosity and an analytical mindset, you thrive in dynamic environments where learning and growth are prioritized, take ownership of your work, and hone your technical expertise.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead tax research on complex issues, delivering clear, well-supported conclusions that informed client strategy, planning, and compliance outcomes.Contribute to the development and execution of advanced tax planning strategies, including the preparation and review of complex tax returns.Support end-to-end tax compliance, planning, and advisory engagements by analyzing client-specific issues, legislation, provisions, and jurisprudence.Gather, analyze, and interpret financial and tax data to support accurate reporting, strategic insights, and high-quality advisory work.Apply strong expertise in the Canadian Income Tax Act and related legislation to deliver compliant, practical, and forward-thinking tax solutions.Collaborate closely with Engagement Teams and Firm Leadership on planning, timelines, risk management, and execution of client engagements.Take ownership of identifying, investigating, and resolving tax issues, discrepancies, and technical risks, escalating where appropriate.Contribute to business development and continuous improvement by fortifying client relationships, identifying opportunities, and enhancing team effectiveness.What You Bring2 ? 3 years of recent, progressive public accounting tax experience with exposure to complex tax engagements.CPA designation in progress or completed, with completion or pursuit of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program or MTax.Technical?proficiency?in Microsoft Excel and Word,?with a strong?aptitude for quickly learning and adapting to?new technologies.?Ambitious and driven approach to work with a passion for accounting, an eagerness to learn and grow, and confidently take on new challenges.Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster strong relationships and collaborate seamlessly.Strong organizational and execution skills, with the ability to confidently manage multiple priorities and deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.Demonstrated alignment with McGovern Hurley?s values of collaboration, respect, accountability, integrity, and quality.?Proven experience in client- or customer-facing roles, engaging clients professionally and delivering a positive experience ??a definite plus.?Why McGovern Hurley?At McGovern Hurley, our people are our greatest asset. As part of our dedicated and growing team, you can expect:?Competitive salary?ranging from?$80,000?- $102,000, plus discretionary
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About McGovern Hurley LLP
McGovern Hurley commenced operations in 1980. Currently, we are a team of 95 with 14 Partners. Our staff consists of CPA, CA's; CPA, CMA's; CPA, CGA's; students and technicians. We occupy approximately 13,000 square feet of space in the City of Toronto. We are committed to providing timely, quality service to our clients and to meet and exceed their expectations in the fields of auditing, accounting, taxation, financial planning and other aspects of their businesses, both corporate and personal, private and publicly accountable.
We provide public accounting services to over 1,000 corporate and professional clients, both private and public companies, involved in all areas of business activities. We are registered with the Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) to perform audit services for reporting issuers in Canada. We are also registered with the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) as a panel auditor.
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tax specialist
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About the role
Build Your Career Where It Matters.For over 45 years, McGovern Hurley has been a leading mid-sized CPA firm, delivering tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private companies, and owner-managed businesses ? locally, nationally, and globally.?Registered with Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we uphold the highest standards of quality, accountability, and technical excellence.?We?re?proud to rank among Canada?s top 10 firms serving publicly listed entities, completing more than 140 public company audits each year. Driven by integrity, curiosity, and collaboration, we empower our people to take ownership, accelerate their growth, and make a meaningful impact from day one. Note:?We?operate?in a hybrid model, with?two in-office days per week?at our North York office.?Thursdays?serve as the Anchor Day for the Tax Advisory Group (TAG), creating dedicated time to collaborate, connect, and learn together.About YouAs an emerging professional with 2-3 years of public accounting experience, you are ready to grow beyond compliance into impactful advisory work. With a strong technical foundation in tax compliance, you are progressing toward your CPA designation and learning to handle complex engagements with confidence. Leading with curiosity and an analytical mindset, you thrive in dynamic environments where learning and growth are prioritized, take ownership of your work, and hone your technical expertise.Your Key ResponsibilitiesLead tax research on complex issues, delivering clear, well-supported conclusions that informed client strategy, planning, and compliance outcomes.Contribute to the development and execution of advanced tax planning strategies, including the preparation and review of complex tax returns.Support end-to-end tax compliance, planning, and advisory engagements by analyzing client-specific issues, legislation, provisions, and jurisprudence.Gather, analyze, and interpret financial and tax data to support accurate reporting, strategic insights, and high-quality advisory work.Apply strong expertise in the Canadian Income Tax Act and related legislation to deliver compliant, practical, and forward-thinking tax solutions.Collaborate closely with Engagement Teams and Firm Leadership on planning, timelines, risk management, and execution of client engagements.Take ownership of identifying, investigating, and resolving tax issues, discrepancies, and technical risks, escalating where appropriate.Contribute to business development and continuous improvement by fortifying client relationships, identifying opportunities, and enhancing team effectiveness.What You Bring2 ? 3 years of recent, progressive public accounting tax experience with exposure to complex tax engagements.CPA designation in progress or completed, with completion or pursuit of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program or MTax.Technical?proficiency?in Microsoft Excel and Word,?with a strong?aptitude for quickly learning and adapting to?new technologies.?Ambitious and driven approach to work with a passion for accounting, an eagerness to learn and grow, and confidently take on new challenges.Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster strong relationships and collaborate seamlessly.Strong organizational and execution skills, with the ability to confidently manage multiple priorities and deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.Demonstrated alignment with McGovern Hurley?s values of collaboration, respect, accountability, integrity, and quality.?Proven experience in client- or customer-facing roles, engaging clients professionally and delivering a positive experience ??a definite plus.?Why McGovern Hurley?At McGovern Hurley, our people are our greatest asset. As part of our dedicated and growing team, you can expect:?Competitive salary?ranging from?$80,000?- $102,000, plus discretionary
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About McGovern Hurley LLP
McGovern Hurley commenced operations in 1980. Currently, we are a team of 95 with 14 Partners. Our staff consists of CPA, CA's; CPA, CMA's; CPA, CGA's; students and technicians. We occupy approximately 13,000 square feet of space in the City of Toronto. We are committed to providing timely, quality service to our clients and to meet and exceed their expectations in the fields of auditing, accounting, taxation, financial planning and other aspects of their businesses, both corporate and personal, private and publicly accountable.
We provide public accounting services to over 1,000 corporate and professional clients, both private and public companies, involved in all areas of business activities. We are registered with the Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) to perform audit services for reporting issuers in Canada. We are also registered with the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) as a panel auditor.