Partner, Domestic Tax

Doane Grant Thornton is a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. With over three thousand people across Canada, we’re building a thriving organization that’s driven by purpose. Position Overview Join us in building something great. As our next Tax Partner, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of our corporate tax planning and advisory practice within the Northern Ontario Team, with a special focus on Thunder Bay. This role offers an opportunity to provide strategic guidance to private companies, helping them navigate complex tax matters to achieve their business goals. You will be entrusted with the responsibility of driving our growth objectives forward, making meaningful impact on the success of both our clients and team. Strategic Impact As a Partner, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Domestic Tax Practice, with a focus on the growth and success of Privately Held Business Groups. Client Service Experience Join our high-performing practice in a key leadership role, where your expertise will be instrumental in delivering a personalized approach to clients’ businesses. You will provide practical advice that is unique to their business, while helping organizations navigate the complexities of their Corporate Canadian Tax requirements, combined with compliance, personal tax planning compilations, advisory and services. One Business One Team Culture At Doane Grant Thornton, we foster a dynamic and motivating team environment, where cross-collaboration and growth are encouraged. As a Partner, you lead by example, coaching, mentoring and empowering others to reach their professional aspirations. Opportunities Play a key leadership role in growing, managing, and developing the Domestic Tax practice in Thunder Bay that complements, and is supported by, the firmwide strategy. Embrace your entrepreneurial mindset, exercise autonomy, and take charge of running a business. Mentor, coach, and develop the next generation of leaders. Champion the growth, management, and development of our Private Company Practice within the Thunder-Bay Business Unit, as an integral part of the broader Atlantic Region Tax Team. Collaborate with Doane GT Canada Tax Partners; and other Partners across various service lines, sub-service lines, sectors, and geographic regions to provide a menu of options that optimize the entirety of a client’s business value. Work closely with a team of professionals providing a wide range of business advisory services across Southern Ontario to guide clients through the ever-evolving tax landscape. Key Requirements Education Completion of Bachelor and/or Master’s Degree in related fields: Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Law, and/or Taxation. Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation and completion of CPA Canada’s In‑Depth Tax Program. Experience And Attributes 10+ years’ experience in public accounting or related industry. Significant tax planning and compliance experience including an in‑depth understanding of Canadian corporate taxation matters. Demonstrated experience growing a practice and business development with a focus on developing relationships and actively anticipating client and market needs. Strong management and leadership skills with the ability to be an active participant in the development of the tax team. Develop solutions with clients and co‑workers through collaborative effort and discussion. Commitment to quality, excellence, and continual professional growth for yourself and for those you lead. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including exceptional interpersonal skills to earn the trust and confidence of clients and colleagues at all levels and influence decision‑makers. Desire to learn and grow, and be an integral part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexibility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. Ready to Discover Your Purple? Connect with Doane Grant Thornton to schedule a confidential conversation. Doane Grant Thornton is committed to employment equity, human rights and respectful workplace principles throughout the life cycle of employment, including at the recruitment and hiring stages. We welcome applications from members of all equity‑deserving groups, including persons with disabilities, women, racialized and/or Indigenous applicants. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr