At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a tax team, manage compliance, and develop innovative tax strategies.
- Company: Growing accounting firm with a focus on professional development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Engage in a collaborative environment with excellent networking opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in tax strategy while mentoring a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of tax experience and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 76500 - 93500 $ per year.
Salary: This range is provided by Imagine Recruitment & Advisory. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range: $180,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr
Additional Compensation Types: Annual Bonus and Commission
Overview: We are currently seeking a Director, Tax to lead the tax team at a growing accounting firm. As a Director, Tax, you will be responsible for various components of preparation of Canadian federal & provincial income tax compliance in addition to Canadian tax filings and tax planning. The Director, Tax will assist with other tasks such as team management, investigating complex tax issues, and finding creative solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate client business processes and policies, advise on tax policy and changes to meet market needs, and develop proactive tax strategies to make business opportunities effective.
- Apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify, and address tax issues relevant to the client’s business.
- Provide both technical and project management leadership to team members for Domestic Tax projects or assignments, and ensure quality control standards are in place.
- Provide support to client personnel regarding tax entries and reconciliation of tax related general ledger accounts.
- Identify, as well as develop and implement strategies for clients to capitalize on business and tax opportunities. This includes preparing and reviewing tax reorganizations, and reviewing corporate, trust and estate tax returns.
- Preparing GAAP and Statutory income tax provisions.
- Liaise with Canada Revenue Agency and relevant provincial ministries on client issues.
- Build positive working relationships with clients and provide effective support for engagements.
- Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities and contribute to the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs.
- Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews.
- Engage in training staff and invest in the professional development of your team.
- Working with the fixed asset system and with the investment department tax reporting.
- Responsible for complex projects associated with the maintenance of tax records.
- Ad-hoc analyses in support of Tax Partners, Assurance Partners, and Assurance Managers.
Skills and Experiences:
- Completion of the in-depth Tax Program and other specialist development courses.
- 10+ years of relevant public accounting or tax consulting experience.
- Extensive working knowledge of Canadian Tax.
- Strong understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles.
- Proven people management, relationship and leadership skills.
- Strong strategic planning and conceptual thinking skills.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Excel using pivot tables and v-lookups.
Seniority Level: Executive
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Accounting and Professional Services
Tax Director in Toronto employer: Imagine Recruitment & Advisory
Join a dynamic and growing accounting firm as a Tax Director, where you will not only lead a talented tax team but also enjoy a collaborative work culture that prioritizes professional growth and mentorship. With competitive compensation, including an annual bonus and commission, this role offers the unique opportunity to engage with clients and the local business community while developing innovative tax strategies. Located in a vibrant area, the firm fosters an environment that encourages creativity and teamwork, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
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