Tax Manager - Private Tax - Ottawa

EY•Ottawa, ON

2d•CA$87,000 - CA$131,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Tax Manager, you will be a part of our Private Tax practice. You will be part of a team that are subject matter specialists who provide advice to private organizations and high net worth business owners and individuals on domestic and cross-border tax planning, estate, wealth transfer and postmortem planning, asset protection strategies and philanthropic planning. Our Private Tax practice works closely with other tax teams including our transaction tax and international tax group. This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Requirements

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
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team
Possess organization and time management skills

Nice To Haves

Completed the CPA In-Depth Tax Courses (or equivalent)
The ability to thrive within a fast-paced, professional services environment

Responsibilities

Recommending and implementing tax strategies that align with the client's objectives
Corresponding with legal counsel and tax authorities on client issues
Assisting with reorganizations
Researching compliance and planning issues
Reviewing personal, corporate and trust tax returns
Identify planning opportunities and prepare correspondence describing the income tax implications of implementing transactions
Research client issues that arise from planning or compliance work using a variety of on-line sources
Liaise with the client’s legal counsel
Review personal, trust and corporate tax returns and related compliance responsibilities
Liaise with Canada Revenue Agency and relevant provincial ministries on client issues
Correspond with audit managers, staff and/or clients in answering clients’ specific personal, trust or corporate tax queries or about matters that arise from compliance or planning work
Prepare tax election forms
Assist and manage the administration of personal and trust tax compliance seasons

Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Discretionary bonus program
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
Defined contribution pension plan
Great vacation policy
Firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year
Statutory holidays
Paid personal days (based on province of residence)
Range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being
Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you