Manager, Canadian Corporate Tax

at  KPMG

Overview:
At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
As a lead member you will work closely with KPMG Partners on tax planning initiatives and requirements. Your organizational skills will enable you to direct the work of junior staff, including reviewing their work for accuracy and completeness. Additionally, you will research and prepare tax-planning strategies for our clients and take the lead on the preparation of tax returns. The ideal candidate enjoys the spotlight and sets the standard for junior staff, by providing ongoing support and opportunities for professional development.

What you will do:

• Leading client engagements
• Working closely with a Partner as a senior team member on tax planning work for clients
• Planning and organizing teams for the preparation of tax returns and conducting and presenting tax research
• Reviewing the work of junior staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Become part of the tax engagement team in servicing the planning and compliance needs of clients
• Providing ongoing support and mentoring for the professional development of staff
• Work with other office members in attracting new work to the firm

What you bring to this role:

• 5 years’ experience in a public accounting firm, at least 3 years in a dedicated Tax role
• Professional Accounting Designation
• Completed, or nearly completed the CPA In-Depth Tax Course
• Excellent people management skills
• Highly motivated individual with a desire for growth
• Excellent client service skills with the ability to understand the clients business
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties
• Emphasizes on quality and adds value in their client offerings and services
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Effectively manages conflicting demands and priorities
• Gives others the opportunity to take on new tasks and responsibilities
• Able to instill enthusiasm in others to achieve desired results
• Able to provide persuasive and self-assured responses to challenging questions

The expected base salary range for this position is $85,500 to $128,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

What you will do:

• Leading client engagements
• Working closely with a Partner as a senior team member on tax planning work for clients
• Planning and organizing teams for the preparation of tax returns and conducting and presenting tax research
• Reviewing the work of junior staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Become part of the tax engagement team in servicing the planning and compliance needs of clients
• Providing ongoing support and mentoring for the professional development of staff
• Work with other office members in attracting new work to the fir

What you bring to this role:

• 5 years’ experience in a public accounting firm, at least 3 years in a dedicated Tax role
• Professional Accounting Designation
• Completed, or nearly completed the CPA In-Depth Tax Course
• Excellent people management skills
• Highly motivated individual with a desire for growth
• Excellent client service skills with the ability to understand the clients business
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties
• Emphasizes on quality and adds value in their client offerings and services
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Effectively manages conflicting demands and priorities
• Gives others the opportunity to take on new tasks and responsibilities
• Able to instill enthusiasm in others to achieve desired results
• Able to provide persuasive and self-assured responses to challenging question