Job Description

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:


2025 Great Places to Work Certified Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins day one of employment. ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation. Generous time off plans. Leadership team invested in the development, success, and happiness of our employees. "Live and work like a DMA Employee-Owner": We focus on work/life balance, mental health, and the overall wellness of our employees.

Position Summary

The Director oversees Canada Sales Tax (GST/HST/QST/PST) reviews for DMA clients with a primary focus on providing cost recovery services and strategic tax planning recommendations. The Director will also provide assistance with Canada Sales Tax business development efforts and has account management responsibility for assigned clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support Managing Director with the overall growth and development of the Canada Sales Tax practice. Responsible for managing client engagements including directing and supervising technical resources Provide peer review and quality control on all client Report of Findings Provide technical tax support/advice to both internal and external clients Establish service goals and work with resources to achieve targets Monitor monthly forecast to ensure service teams are on target and tracking toward goals; adjust resources as necessary Develops tax savings issues and opportunities to sell to prospective clients Prepares written reports supporting DMA's position for Federal and Provincial taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Letters of Findings for clients Works with Federal and Provincial tax officials to achieve maximum tax savings Responsible for client account management on assigned clients Updates work-in-process reports Represents clients during audits and in hearings with federal and provincial taxing authorities Provide strong leadership and mentorship, with goal setting and action plans for career development on a team and individual basis Maintains excellent knowledge of federal and provincial tax laws, regulations, and court decisions Researches complex tax issues Attend in-person business development meetings/presentations to sell Canada Sales Tax services to clients and prospects Presents Commodity Tax seminars/roundtables to DMA clients as well as industry sponsored events (Ex. COST, TEI)

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage talent acquisition process to obtain top talent Prepare reports as necessary for leadership Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field 10+ years' experience in the commodity tax field CPA (CGA, CMA, CA) designation preferred Experience with Canadian Indirect Tax (GST/HST/QST/PST) preferably Experience researching tax questions and issues Demonstrated problem solving skills Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain exceptional attention to detail Requires advanced technical knowledge plus advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Previous management experience preferred Organizational and interpersonal skills required Strong verbal and written communication skills Travel as required (between 25-40%, approximately)
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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by federal, provincial, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.




In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable provisional regulations, DMA will provide accommodation, accessible formats, and communication support for the interview upon request. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at HRDepartment@dmainc.com or 800-309-2110 and choosing selection 6.