Job Description

About this Job:

The Senior Manager, Tax plays a crucial role in providing expert tax advisory and compliance services to our clients while leading and mentoring a team of tax professionals. Your in-depth tax knowledge, exceptional leadership skills, and dedication to client service are vital to our firm's success and your career.

Specific Responsibilities:

Client Service:

• Provide expert tax advice and strategic planning to a portfolio of clients, addressing their specific tax needs and helping them achieve their financial goals
• Interact directly with clients, handling questions, planning, and consulting
• Research and prepare tax-planning strategies, leading the preparation of complex tax returns
• Collaborate on multiple complex issues while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate understanding between the client and the service team, managing risks for both
• Build relationships across business lines to ensure excellent client service through an integrated approach

Tax Compliance:

• Oversee the preparation and review of complex tax returns for individuals, businesses, and other entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations
• Review research findings and ensure conclusions align with firm policies and professional standards
• Implement and oversee quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of tax-related work products and services
• Stay current with changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry trends. Conduct research to analyze and interpret complex tax issues, providing innovative solutions to clients and training for team members
• Ensure the firm and its clients comply with all relevant tax regulations and reporting requirements

Firm/Brand Development:

• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication, exceptional client service, and a deep understanding of their needs
• Identify opportunities to expand services to existing clients and participate in business development efforts to attract new clients
• Drive growth and profitability in your industry/specialty area by generating new revenue from existing clients, cross-selling, and attracting new clients for the tax practice
• Lead and cultivate business relationships in complex engagements, focusing on high-value quality tax advice and expanding services to clients

Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals, providing guidance on technical matters, fostering professional growth, and ensuring quality control in tax services
• Manage multiple client engagements concurrently, meeting deadlines and ensuring efficient resource allocation

Requirements for Success:

• CPA designation in good standing
• Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax program
• 7+ years of post In-Depth tax advisory experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP/GAAS, ASPE, and expert knowledge of Canadian Taxation
• Knowledge of CaseWare, CaseView
• In-depth knowledge of tax preparation and research software
• Superior relationship and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with senior client representatives
• Proven ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relations
• Strong project management skills