Canadian Tax Manager

**Canadian **Tax Manager**

**About Us**
- Zeifmans is a tax, accounting and consulting firm that understands clients’ needs and the full range of solutions available. We work within the rules to make the rules work for our clients. We give straightforward, intelligent advice that consistently add to our clients’ bottom lines.

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.

**About the Position**

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.

**Summary of Responsibilities**- Work closely with senior team member and partners in all aspects of corporate tax initiatives and in the development and implementation of long term tax planning strategies for various clients.-
Collaborate with Tax Partners and other senior staff; actively identifying, evaluating and resolving tax risks and exposures.-
Manage a vast array of clients and overseeing multiple client engagements across various industries.-
Communicate and liaise with tax authorities and clients with matters concerning tax audits, appeals and tax positions.-
Prepare and review personal, corporate, trust and partnership tax returns along with other tax information forms and also preparing various tax election forms.-
Identify and document tax filing positions including risk analysis.-
Develop and implement tax strategies for clients to capitalize on business opportunities and documenting these tax strategies in memos or client letters.-
Manage tax compliance and consulting engagements and advise clients of project status and seek clarification on discrepancies, where applicable.-
Proactively resolve tax related issues with clients and other staff members through direct contact with clients, researching tax issues and documenting this research in tax memos or client letters.-
Contribute to client satisfaction by developing strong client relationships and providing them with quality, timely and responsive services and work products.-
Discuss complex tax issues with the engagement team and client management.-
Manage a portfolio of clients of varying size and scope and act as the point of contact for internal and external clients.
Prepare practical and effective approaches to the client's tax situation and arrive at appropriate conclusions.-
Review tax provisions, corporate tax filings, and information returns prepared by junior accountants.-
Coordinate and review the preparation of tax provisions and related financial statement disclosures for cross-border operations by ensuring accurate and timely reporting of tax liabilities, deferred tax assets/liabilities, and tax reserves in accordance with relevant accounting standards.-
Conduct research and analysis to assess the impact of tax law changes on the organization's cross-border activities and provide proactive recommendations.-
Stay abreast of changes in international tax laws, regulations, and emerging trends.- **Summary of Experience**- 5+ years of recent work experience in public accounting-
- 5+ years of experience in tax consulting**Requirements**:
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation-
- Completion of the In-depth Tax Program or in final year of In-depth Tax Program-
- Extensive understanding of relevant tax legislation, corporate, personal and trust tax planning and compliance-
- Ability to manage a team, delegate work and deliverables-
- Demonstrate strong problem solving, analytical, and communication skills.-
- Ability to engage clients to describe and market the firms' services and deliver high-quality deliverables-
- Solid understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principles-
- Experience preparing and reviewing domestic tax compliance and implementing tax reorganizations-
- Experience working with accounting and tax software such as Caseware, JazzIt, and Quickbooks**Great Ideas. Positive Impact. That’s **Zeifmans**.**

**Zeifmans** Offers You**:
Opportunity for growth - gain direct experience working with a wide-range of industry groups and clients-
- Mentorship - our teams operate with an “open door” policy-
- Collaborative environment - everyone has a say in our success-
- Competitive compensation based on the Toronto market + opportunity for annual bonuses-
- Full benefits and insurance for yo