Tax Manager - Canadian Corporations

About the role

RSM Canada is expanding its Business Tax practice, which advises public and private multinational enterprises. The Tax Manager for Canadian Corporations sits in this group and works on complex tax issues for clients, with a focus on technical expertise, people management and client service. The role is based in Toronto and follows a hybrid work style.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a performance advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, giving honest and timely feedback.
• Train and develop staff members.
• Review and analyse tax returns in detail.
• Assist the assurance team with tax provision reviews and prepare and review tax provision working papers for non-assurance clients.
• Manage risk for the client and the firm, and work on multiple complex issues in a client-centric way.
• Advise clients on corporate tax services including planning, research, compliance and tax accounting.
• Review research findings so they match firm policies and professional standards.
• Help with new business development, extended services and tax issue recognition for existing clients.
• Stay up to date on current tax practices and tax law changes.
• Take part in recruiting junior-level staff; some travel may be required.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA designation.
• Working towards or completing a Master of Tax or a CPA In-depth Tax Program.
• 5+ years of experience in public accounting, preferably in a tax-focused role.
• Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions and gather information.

Required skills

• Experience with corporations, partnerships and trusts.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Preferred: strong technical skills in tax preparation and developing tax focus areas.
• Preferred: working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and technical aspects of tax compliance and accounting.
• Preferred: experience with international tax matters and tax reviews.

What we offer

• Compensation range of $83,000 - $143,700.
• Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
• A competitive benefits and compensation package.