Tax Manager

Canadian Tax Manager Zeifmans is a tax, accounting and consulting firm that understands clients' needs and the full range of solutions available. As a member of Zeifmans' dedicated team, you will acquire a deep knowledge of the personal and business needs and goals of our clients. You can provide candid counsel on a wide range of issues, including tax, complex accounting, restructuring, acquisitions, IPOs and more. You will benefit equally from the experience and judgment of our senior leaders and the sharp, innovative thinking of our young associates. As the Tax Manager, you will work at a variety of levels and in a variety of industries such as Investments, high net worth individuals, owner-managed businesses, cross-border work, and more. You will be required to complete the necessary forms for Zeifman's clients or for the businesses in which they work while ensuring compliance and advising executive leadership/clients on best practices and emerging issues related to tax. Manage portfolio of client engagements across various industries, owning timelines, budgets and deliverables and working closely with senior team members and Partners to ensure timely delivery and strong client relationships. Manage and review personal, corporate, trust, and partnership tax returns, including T1, T2, T3 and T5013 filings, tax elections (e.g., T1134, T1135) and related compliance requirements, ensuring technical accuracy and high-quality deliverables. Independently conduct in-depth Canadian tax research using the Income Tax Act, CRA guidance, and case law to analyze complex issues, evaluate alternative tax positions, and provide tax-efficient recommendations with minimal supervision. Monitor legislative amendments, CRA publications, and emerging tax developments, applying relevant technical knowledge to client compliance and advisory matters and sharing updates with the team. Develop and implement tax planning strategies, including corporate reorganizations, estate and post-mortem planning and cross-border matters Draft and review technical tax memoranda, planning reports, implementation step plans and client correspondence that clearly document the facts, analysis, recommendations, tax implications and risks; support the Tax Director with memo writing on complex matters Discuss complex tax issues with engagement team members and client management, providing clear explanations, practical recommendations, and appropriate conclusions. Liaise with clients and tax authorities regarding audits, appeals, filing positions, and other tax matters, proactively resolving issues and communicating relevant findings and recommendations. Lead, coach and develop a team of staff and seniors: assign and delegate work, provide timely review notes and constructive feedback, and contribute to training and performance evaluations 5+ years of recent public accounting experience in Canadian income tax, including at least 2 years reviewing tax compliance and supervising staff 3+ years of experience in tax consulting and advisory Completion of the In-depth Tax Program or enrolled in In-depth Tax Program, an asset Extensive technical knowledge of relevant tax legislation, corporate, personal and trust tax planning and compliance Excellent written communication skills, with a track record of drafting clear, well-supported technical memos and client letters; Ability to engage clients to describe and market the firm's services and deliver high-quality deliverables Solid understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles T1134, T1135, T5013) for owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals and trusts, and implementing corporate reorganizations Experience working with accounting and tax software such as Caseware, TaxPrep, iFirm, and Quickbooks is considered an asset. Mentorship
- our teams operate with an "open door" policy Competitive compensation based on the Toronto market + opportunity for annual bonuses Full benefits and insurance for you and your immediate family members, paid by the firm Short Fridays all year long (3 pm office closure) Summer Fridays Off (July and August) Flexible dress code Providing you with opportunities to give back and support your community As a member of Nexia, access to a global network of accounting and consulting professionals and training opportunities. the role requires overtime as necessary to meet operational and professional requirements. We are a home to number-crunchers, big thinkers, day dreamers and scholars
- because delivering big ideas for such a breadth of clients takes all kinds of wonderful minds. Supporting you through earning your CPA designation: Our Zeifmans team is here to support you through every step of earning your CPA.

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a pre-approved program with CPA Ontario, provide paid study days to help you prepare and we reimburse you for exam fees. Helping you succeed at every level: Get ready for