Canadian Tax Manager

Job Overview

The growing team at Moodys Private Client LLP seeks to add a Canadian Tax Manager to its accounting team in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Moodys Private Client is a firm that provides accounting, tax and legal services primarily to clients in Canada and the US, ranging in size from small owner-manager enterprises to large, privately held organizations, as well as individuals, trusts and partnerships. The candidate will work with a team of accountants, lawyers and tax professionals. A confident individual that is looking to work alongside some of Canada’s top tax professionals that can demonstrate initiative, and motivation is key for this role.

Duties

• Prepare and review complex tax returns (such as complex T1, T2, T3 and T5013 returns), elections and other regulatory filings (such as Form T1134 and Form T106).
• Prepare and review tax-centric compilation engagements.
• Identify opportunities in the current client base, as well as opportunities for potential clients.
• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters and prepare clear and well-written memos.
• Write and present on trending tax topics both internally and externally.
• Manage and deliver client deliverables in a timely and efficient fashion.
• Liaise directly with tax authorities to advocate client positions and resolve assessments.
• Liaise directly with internal and external lawyers and other professionals to implement tax planning and ensure compliance is adhered to.
• Work alongside the US tax team on cross-border tax issues.
• Develop and implement innovate tax planning strategies for a diverse client base.
• Manage and oversee the engagement team, as well as mentor junior staff.
• Assist and manage the administration of personal and trust tax compliance seasons.

Skills and Experience

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major.
• 5+ years of relevant tax experience or equivalent experience in business or industry.
• Possess a Canadian CPA designation.
• Leadership skill.
• A strong willingness to learn and collaborate with other professionals.
• Completion or near completion of CPA In-Depth Tax Program or Master’s in Taxation.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage several priorities at one time.
• A team player willing to foster a learning environment.

Benefits

• Dynamic Work Environment
• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance / Extended Benefit
• Vacation Days / Personal Care Time
• Subsidized Underground Parking
• Professional Development
• Free On-site Gym

Interested candidates should send a current resume to ***email_hidden*** . *Please include ‘Canadian Tax Manager” in your subject line.

Further information about the firm is available at moodysprivateclient.com