Canadian Tax - Manager
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At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.
We are looking for a Manager Tax to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference for our clients, our communities, and one another.
Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.
“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”
This role can be based in the London area or Essex County area. Our office locations are Leamington, ON, Essex, ON, London, ON and Aylmer, ON.
The Tax Manager will manage and prepare multiple tax engagements to deliver quality tax services for our clients. This position offers excellent opportunities within a quickly growing tax practice for leadership and career advancement for the right candidate.
- Working proactively as a leader within the Tax Group to ensure delivery of high-quality tax engagements
- Conducting and reviewing technical research, tax planning recommendations
- Reviewing complex Canadian individual and corporate tax returns and other tax work prepared by staff
- Supporting and mentoring firm staff in respect of tax matters and providing feedback to staff
- Researching new tax issues and changes in tax law
- Preparing and reviewing special tax forms and elections
- Performing technical research and documenting tax plan recommendations
- Preparing individual and corporate tax returns
- Collaborate with peers and senior management on file planning and completion within time constraints
- Provide personal, attentive service to clients to encourage productive working relationships
- Manage tax activities in connection with non-tax (i.e., accounting/audit) files
- Identifying client service opportunities
A successful candidate will have:
- Canadian CA/CPA designation
- Completion of (or enrollment in) the CPA Canada In-depth Tax course or MTax degree (or equivalent experience and a desire to enroll in the CPA Canada In-depth Tax course)
- Minimum 3-4 years of progressive experience in a tax specialty role focused on privately held entities
- Experience with domestic restructuring/corporate reorganization experience
- Experience with Trust and Estate planning/compliance experience a significant asset
- Inbound/Outbound international tax experience an asset
- Proficiency and/or experience with MS Office, Caseware, TaxPrep and tax research software
- Strong leadership skills and ability to coach and develop team members
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and creativity to identify problems and potential solutions
- Self-motivation with an ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Strong project management and organizational skills to handle multiple projects with conflicting timelines
Application Information:
Please forward your cover letter and resume.
Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. We would like to thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Tax accounting: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (required)
Work Location: In person
