Tax Manager- Corporate Planning

Corporate Tax Manager

Job Type
Full-Time We are seeking an experienced, technically strong and highly independent Tax Manager to join our growing Canadian CPA firm. This is a senior, hands‑on position for a professional with a minimum of 7 years of practical Canadian public accounting and tax experience. The successful candidate must have strong working knowledge of Canadian taxation, Canadian accounting standards, CRA requirements, the Income Tax Act and relevant CPA Canada Handbook guidance. The Tax Manager will be expected to independently manage complicated tax matters, review the work of accountants, handle CRA matters, provide practical tax planning advice, train and develop team members, and maintain a very high standard of accuracy and technical quality. This position requires someone who can take ownership of difficult files with minimal supervision and who is comfortable researching and applying Canadian tax legislation to real client situations. Canadian Tax Compliance and Review Manage and review Canadian corporate income tax returns, including complex T2 corporate tax returns and related schedules. Review personal income tax returns, trust returns and other Canadian tax filings as required. Review tax calculations, supporting schedules and tax working papers prepared by accountants. Ensure tax returns are complete, technically accurate and compliant with applicable Canadian tax legislation. Handle complex tax files involving multiple corporations, shareholders, holding companies and related entities. Identify tax exposures, filing deficiencies and planning opportunities during the review process. Ensure elections, designations and other tax filings are completed correctly and within applicable deadlines. Maintain strong documentation supporting material tax positions and professional judgments. Income Tax Act – Practical Technical Expertise The successful candidate must possess strong practical experience interpreting and applying provisions of the Canadian Income Tax Act. Section 85 rollovers and corporate reorganizations Aggregate Investment Income Adjusted Aggregate Investment Income Capital dividend accounts Refundable dividend tax accounts Business acquisitions and dispositions Departure tax and immigration/emigration tax matters The Tax Manager is not expected to know every provision from memory but must demonstrate the ability to research, interpret and practically apply legislation to actual client situations. Tax Research and Technical Analysis Research provisions of the Income Tax Act and Income Tax Regulations. Review CRA technical interpretations, folios, administrative policies and published guidance. Research relevant Tax Court of Canada and other tax jurisprudence where appropriate. Prepare or review technical tax memoranda. Document the technical reasoning supporting significant tax positions. Assess alternative tax structures and explain advantages, disadvantages and risks. Recognize when specialized legal or external tax advice is required. Remain current with changes to Canadian tax legislation, CRA administrative policies and significant court decisions. Coordinate and respond to CRA corporate and personal tax audits. Handle CRA payroll, GST/HST and income tax inquiries where applicable. Prepare supporting documentation and technical responses to CRA. Escalate significant CRA disputes or exposures to senior management at an early stage. The Tax Manager must have strong knowledge of Canadian accounting principles applicable to private businesses and understand the interaction between accounting and taxation. Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises – ASPE CPA Canada Handbook requirements relevant to private enterprises Intangible assets Investments Income taxes Loans and financing arrangements Accounting estimates Experience with CSRS 4200 Compilation Engagements and understanding the relationship between financial statements, tax working papers and corporate tax returns is strongly preferred. Complex Tax Planning and Advisory Provide practical tax planning advice to owner‑managed businesses and their shareholders. Review corporate structures and identify opportunities for improved tax efficiency. Assist with corporate reorganizations and restructuring. Provide salary‑versus‑dividend planning. Participate in business acquisition and sale planning. Identify tax implications before significant transactions are completed. Work with lawyers and other advisors on tax‑driven reorganizations and transactions. Explain complicated tax matters to clients in clear and practical language. Supervise and support accountants and other tax team members. Review tax work prepared by junior, intermediate and senior accountants. Training and Development The Tax Manager will play an important role in building the firm's internal tax knowledge. Providing regular Canadian tax training sessions. Training accountants on practical application of the Income Tax Act. The Tax Manager must: