Job Description

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

• 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

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