Manager, Tax

Waterloo3-139 Northfield Drive WestWaterloo, ON N2L5A6, CANWaterloo3-139 Northfield Drive WestWaterloo, ON N2L5A6, CANInspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.Make an impact with our Tax team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As a trusted advisor, you’ll design solutions for clients that meet compliance and reporting requirements, minimize risk, drive efficiencies and maximize returns.MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.ResponsibilitiesLead multiple client facing engagement teams responsible for the completion of tax engagementsDeliver industry and technical expertise taxation and assurance through client interactions, reports, technical work, management presentations and high-quality deliverablesEvaluate existing business processes and policies and advise on policy and tax changes; developing proactive tax strategies that make effective use of business opportunities and ensure businesses are run effectivelyOversees corporate re-organizations projects to ensure compliance and efficiencyLead comprehensive in-depth tax research initiatives to analyze and interpret complex tax laws and regulationsAssist in the management of the administration of personal and trust tax compliance seasonsManage a portfolio of clients while understanding their business, key risks and ways to deliver added value; ensuring their needs are met and that relationships and accounts grow and developAccountable for engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials (i.e. budgets, WIPS, timely billing, collection and variance recognition)Maintain high quality control and apply specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues relevant to the client’s business, financial entries and reportsNetwork in the local business community, consider business development opportunities and contribute to the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needsContribute to the development of new ideas and approaches in order to improve work processesMentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviewsMaintain flexibility to travel, as necessarySkills and ExperienceCompletion of Level 1 of In-depth Tax Program and other specialist development courses4 to 5 years of relevant public accounting or tax consulting experienceExtensive working knowledge of Canadian TaxStrong understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principlesProven people management, relationship building and leadership skillsMyRewards@MNPMore than a paycheque, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards for our team members. With a focus on health and wealth, we provide an extensive list of benefits that support our unique culture and foster work-life integration.Our MyRewards@MNP program offers benefits that allow you to thrive at work and outside of the office. Be rewarded with generous paid time off including 4 personal days, firm sponsored social events, a group pension plan with 4% matching contribution, voluntary savings products, bonus program eligibility, a wellness subsidy, health and dental benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, learning opportunities through MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment and more #J-18808-Ljbffr