Principal Tax Editor

Thomson Reuters • Toronto, ON

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

This posting is for proactive recruitment purposes and may be used to fill current openings or future vacancies within our organization. We are seeking a passionate tax professional who thrives on the complexity and intricacy of tax advisory work. The ideal candidate is a lifelong learner with an insatiable curiosity about tax law and its practical applications to customers. They are excited about staying at the forefront of tax developments and eager to contribute to shaping the future of tax research and advisory services. This role presents a unique opportunity for experienced CPAs and tax attorneys to join an elite team of tax specialists. Our mission is to transform the tax advisory profession and support our customers' success year-round, equipping them to be strategic business partners to their clients. As a Tax Editor, you will have the chance to create industry-leading content and make a significant impact on the tax advisory profession. You will also leverage advanced technologies such as AI and LLMs to enhance content delivery and research methodologies. If you are a forward-thinking tax professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong communication skills and a drive for innovation, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to provide trusted answers, insights, and solutions to our Taxnet Pro customers! As Principal Tax Editor, you will create and maintain comprehensive, value-added tax advisory and compliance content that enhances Taxnet Pro’s competitive edge and addresses the evolving needs of tax practitioners. You will monitor, analyze, and report on new tax developments, legislation, and Revenue Canada guidance, translating complex information into clear, actionable insights for tax advisors. You will also manage relationships with industry experts, edit their contributions, and ensure the highest quality standards are met. Collaboration with internal and external teams to support strategic programs and initiatives related to artificial intelligence and tax advisory solutions is also a key part of the role. You will provide subject matter expertise, including in the testing and validation of technology solutions for tax advisory, and provide feedback on our tax and accounting AI solutions ongoing performance to our team of engineers and data scientists.

Requirements

• CPA certification and/or law degree
• Minimum of 7 years of focused experience in tax advisory and compliance
• Proven expertise in advising clients on complex tax matters across various industries and proficiency in tax research tools
• Demonstrated writing and editing skills, with the ability to communicate intricate tax concepts clearly and concisely
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with the ability to work efficiently and accurately under tight deadlines
• Strong technical skills and the ability to effectively utilize various tools, including generative AI technologies, to enhance productivity and accuracy.
• Adapts to diverse projects and tasks within the generative AI space as well as new and emerging technologies
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and work independently in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven track record of successful teamwork and collaboration

Nice To Haves

• LL.M in Taxation

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain comprehensive, value-added tax advisory and compliance content that enhances Taxnet Pro’s competitive edge and addresses the evolving needs of tax practitioners.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on new tax developments, legislation, and Revenue Canada guidance, translating complex information into clear, actionable insights for tax advisors.
• Manage relationships with industry experts, edit their contributions, and ensure the highest quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to support strategic programs and initiatives related to artificial intelligence and tax advisory solutions.
• Provide subject matter expertise, including in the testing and validation of technology solutions for tax advisory.
• Provide feedback on our tax and accounting AI solutions ongoing performance to our team of engineers and data scientists.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.
• Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.
• Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
• Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree