Tax Senior Manager - Corp Tax in Edmonton

As a Tax Senior Manager, your responsibilities will revolve around three primary domains:

Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development. Your key duties will include:

• Acting as a Performance Advisor, providing mentorship and constructive feedback to employees to enhance their professional growth and performance.
• Training and developing staff members through structured programs and hands‑on experience.
• Conducting meticulous reviews and analyses of tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborating with the assurance team to evaluate tax provisions and prepare comprehensive working papers for non‑assurance clients.
• Managing client and firm risk through rigorous oversight and proactive measures.
• Addressing complex issues while maintaining a client‑centric communication approach.
• Advising clients across a full spectrum of corporate tax services—covering strategic planning, in‑depth research, compliance, and tax accounting.
• Reviewing research findings to ensure alignment with firm policies and prevailing professional standards.
• Contributing to business development efforts by identifying opportunities for extended services and recognizing tax issues among existing clientele.
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments in tax practices and legislative changes.
• Participating in the recruitment process for junior‑level staff to build a high‑performance team.
• Possibility of travel as necessary to fulfill client obligations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Active CPA Designation.
• Pursuing or completed a Master’s in Taxation or CPA In‑depth Tax Program.
• A minimum of 8 years in Public Accounting, particularly in a tax‑focused role.
• Proven ability to collaborate closely with clients by addressing inquiries and gathering essential information for tax services.
• Proficient experience with varying entity structures, including Corporations, Partnerships, and Trusts.
• Strong verbal and written communication competencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of the Canadian Income Tax Act and its implications for tax compliance and accounting practices.
• Strong technical proficiency in tax preparation and the development of specialized tax areas.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with international tax matters and experience in tax review processes is considered an advantage.