Senior Tax Manager

The Role

The growing team at Moodys Private Client LLP seeks to add a Senior Tax Manager to its accounting team in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Moodys Private Client is a firm that provides accounting, tax and legal services primarily to clients in Canada and the US, ranging in size from small owner-manager enterprises to large, privately held organizations, as well as individuals, trusts and partnerships. The candidate will work with a team of accountants, lawyers and tax professionals. A confident individual that is looking to work alongside some of Canada’s top tax professionals that can demonstrate initiative and motivation is key for this role.

Primary responsibilities

• Review complex tax returns (such as complex T1, T2, T3 and T5013 returns), elections and other regulatory filings (such as Form T1134 and Form T106).
• Identify opportunities in the current client base, as well as opportunities for potential clients.
• Conduct in-depth research on complex tax matters and prepare clear and well-written memos, including step plans for tax plans and reorganizations.
• Write and present on trending tax topics both internally and externally.
• Manage and deliver client deliverables in a timely and efficient fashion.
• Liaise directly with tax authorities to advocate client positions and resolve assessments.
• Liaise directly with internal and external lawyers and other professionals to implement tax planning and ensure compliance is adhered to.
• Work on alongside the US tax team on cross-border tax issues.
• Develop and implement innovate tax planning strategies for a diverse client base.
• Manage and oversee the engagement team, as well as mentor junior staff.
• Assist and manage the administration of personal and trust tax compliance seasons.

Skills and experience

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major.
• 5+ years of relevant tax experience or equivalent experience in business or industry.
• Possess a Canadian CPA designation.
• A strong willingness to learn and collaborate with other professionals.
• Completion or near completion of CPA In-Depth Tax Program or Master’s in Taxation.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage several priorities at one time.
• A team player willing to foster a learning environment.

Benefits

• Dynamic Work Environment
• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance / Extended Benefit
• Vacation Days / Personal Care Time
• Subsidized Underground Parking
• Professional Development
• Free On-site Gym

Interested candidates should send a current resume to recruiting@moodysprivateclient.com. *Please include ‘Senior Tax Manager’ in your subject line.

Interested candidates should send a current resume and cover letter to info@moodysprivateclient.com.