ob Highlights:Skills - Must Have:Canadian CPA DesignationEnrolled or completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax course3+ years of current Canadian Tax experience at another CPA firm in Canada3+ years of Canadian Tax; Tax consulting, planning, compliance, returns and reorganizations for individuals, corporations, trusts and partnershipsMust have experience managing a team at a CPA firmMust be able to work hybrid at the Toronto officeIdeal Companies to Recruit From:Big 4 Firms (EY, Deloitte, PwC and KPMG)Mid-sized CPA Firms (MNP, Grant Thornton, RSM, Segal GCSE, etc.)Small/ Boutique CPA firmsHiring Status:& About this Job:We are looking for an intellectually curious self-starter to join our team as a Tax Manager. The role is hybrid& & Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies for various clients
• Research various tax issues for tax planning and compliance and prepare concise and conclusive research memoranda
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities, including tax reorganizations, estate plans, and post mortem tax planning
• Assist senior staff members in all aspects of corporate tax initiatives
• Maintain a current and high level of familiarity and understanding of tax codes, regulations, and other technical information
• Utilize staff to meet client deliverables in a timely manner and on budget
• Engage in discussions and correspondence with various tax authorities to explain positions taken by clients and to determine reasons for assessed amounts
• Keep senior managers/partners apprised of the progress of assigned tasks; focus on moving files/engagements forward and managing within time budgets
• Prepare various complex tax returns, tax forms and various tax elections
• Write external publications and blog posts and other memoranda
• Present on specific tax topics internally and externally
• Provide guidance and support the development of junior members of the tax team
• Participate in firm promotion events to increase awareness of the firm and its services in the marketplace

& & & & Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of:
• University degree
• Completion or near completion of In-Depth Tax program OR completed a Masters of Taxation program, or CPA
• At least four years' practical experience in public practice
• Exceptional technical skills
• Keen attention to detail along with an ability to focus on the overall concepts
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to providing excellent client service
• Strong interpersonal skills with a willingness to learn
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Contributes positively to a team environment, but able to work independently when required

& Computer Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Caseware/Caseview
• Strong knowledge of tax applications including Taxprep, CCH Intelliconnect, Taxnet Pro, Tax Find, etc.
• Microsoft Office Applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook

& Key Competencies:

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
• Work effectively within budgets and timelines
• Positive attitude and flexible
• Innovative problem solver
• Strong sense of ethics and professional judgement& & & &
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and oral communication& & & & & & & & & & &
• Focus on providing superior client service
• Self-starter