Us Tax Manager

Job DescriptionLocation: North York, ONEmployment Type: Full-TimeWork Arrangement: Primarily In-Office (45 days per week)Vacation: 4 Weeks Paid Vacation
About The OpportunityOur TorontoJobs.Ca Recruiting Division client is a well-established accounting practice located in North York providing personal and corporate tax and accounting services.
Due to continued growth and increasing U.S. tax client volumes, the firm is seeking an experienced
U.S. Tax Manager
to join its team on a full-time basis.
This position is based in Canada but will focus primarily on
U.S. taxation. The successful candidate will be an experienced tax professional with strong knowledge of U.S. personal and business tax returns who can immediately contribute through technical review, staff support, workflow management, and client service.
This is primarily a
review and technical oversight role rather than a high-volume preparation position. The U.S. Tax Manager will work closely with the firm's owner, tax preparers, and review staff to ensure work is accurate, compliant, and completed on time.
Key Responsibilities
Review U.S. personal income tax returns, including Form 1040
Review U.S. corporate and business tax returns
Review Forms 1120, 1120-S, and 1065
Review U.S. tax work prepared by junior and intermediate staff
Identify technical issues, errors, and potential tax planning opportunities
Provide technical guidance to tax preparers and junior reviewers
Research U.S. federal and state tax matters as required
Respond to U.S. tax-related client questions and inquiries
Assist with more complex U.S. personal and business tax matters
Support tax planning and compliance for U.S. individuals and businesses
Assist with managing workflow and deadlines across U.S. tax engagements
Ensure files meet the firm's quality control and compliance standards
Mentor and support junior tax staff
Help reduce partner workload by taking ownership of technical reviews and client matters
Support the continued growth of the firm's U.S. tax practice
Team Structure
Firm Owner / Managing Partner
U.S. and Canadian tax preparers
Existing review staff
Seasonal tax staff during busy periods
The position will primarily focus on technical review, problem solving, staff guidance, and managing U.S. tax work rather than completing high volumes of basic tax preparation.
QualificationsRequired
Strong professional experience in U.S. taxation
Public accounting experience working with U.S. tax returns
Experience reviewing U.S. personal income tax returns
Experience reviewing U.S. corporate and business tax returns
Strong knowledge of Form 1040
Strong knowledge of Forms 1120, 1120-S, and 1065
Strong understanding of U.S. federal tax regulations
Ability to research and resolve technical U.S. tax issues
Experience Reviewing Work Prepared By Other Tax Professionals
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to manage multiple tax files and deadlines
Preferred
CPA, U.S. CPA, Enrolled Agent (EA), or equivalent professional experience
Previous Tax Manager, Tax Reviewer, or senior-level public accounting experienceExperience supervising or mentoring tax preparers
Experience with complex U.S. individual and business tax matters
Knowledge of U.S. state taxation
Experience working with U.S. clients while based in Canada
Experience with Canadian/U.S. cross-border tax matters would be an asset
Familiarity with cloud-based tax preparation and accounting software
Technology
CCH tax solutions
Cloud-based tax preparation software
QuickBooks
Secure client portal systems
Work Environment
Full-time, year-round opportunity
Primarily in-office position in North York
Collaborative and supportive office culture
Four weeks of paid vacation
Flexible environment for family and personal commitments
Free on-site parking
Stable and growing tax practice
Opportunity to work directly with the firm's owner and senior team
Opportunity to take ownership of the firm's U.S. tax review function
Long-term growth potential as the U.S. tax practice expands
Qualifications SummaryCandidates should have strong
U.S. public accounting tax experience, particularly reviewing U.S. individual and business tax returns.
A CPA, U.S. CPA, Enrolled Agent (EA), or similar professional designation would be an asset, but significant hands-on U.S. tax experience will also be considered.
Candidates must be based in Canada and able to work from the firm's North York office.
Why Is This a Great OpportunityThis is an opportunity for an experienced U.S. tax professional based in Canada to take on a senior, hands-on position within an established accounting practice.
The successful candidate will have meaningful responsibility for U.S. tax review, technical decision-making, staff development, and client service while working directly with the firm's senior leadership.
For someone with strong U.S. tax knowledge who wants a stable, full-time position in Canada while continuing to specialize in U.S. taxation, this role offers an excellent long-term opportunity.
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