Senior Tax Manager (PLANNING)

Primary Responsibilities:

Advising clients on tax strategies
Developing tax plans for corporate reorganizations, M&A transactions and estate planning in domestic and cross-border context
Identifying value added tax planning opportunities for clients
Researching complex tax issues
Building on technical competence by keeping up to date on tax developments and applying them in practical situations
Playing a leadership role in the tax group by actively contributing to the development and execution of the firm’s business plan
Providing training and advice to the firm in areas of taxation
Mentoring, supervising, and training members of the tax team
Overseeing and being responsible for the work of staff members
Maintaining relationships with clients and preparing and delivering proposals to clients for tax services offered by the firm
Leading client mandates and identifying and analyzing client needs

What you need to succeed:

A minimum of 5 years of relevant tax planning experience in a public accounting firm
M&A experience is an asset
CPA designation or law degree
Having completed the Master of Taxation program or CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Courses
Experience with CaseWare and Taxprep is an asset
Proficient with tax research methods and databases
Solid experience interpreting and applying tax legislations
Ability to identify new business opportunities, build strong client relations and focus on employee engagement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work within required budgets
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Word and Excel
Inquisitiveness and creativity