SR & ED Tax Advisor
Calgary, Alberta
$80,000 – $120,000 Plus Bonus

Our client is a leading Canadian provider of SR&ED and specialized tax services that has had significant growth and is continuing to expand. They offer a flexible hybrid work model, competitive vacation and benefits plan, and value team harmony, collaboration, and work-life balance as the fundamentals of their success.  

They are actively seeking a SR&ED Tax Advisor to contribute to their expansion. This role involves preparing tax credit claims, guiding clients through audits, and providing essential tax planning advice, and prioritizing strong client relationships for professional development.

If you are interested in new and exciting roles in SR&ED, this opportunity could be right up your alley!

Responsibilities:

• Engage in informed communication with key stakeholders across diverse client levels, including presidents, chief financial officers, tax managers, engineers, and technology personnel. 

• Contribute to strategic decision-making through business analysis. 

• Collaborate with accounting professionals from external firms to ensure seamless coordination of work. 

• Advocate for clients with tax authorities, acting on their behalf effectively. 

• Conduct tax research as required. 

• Coordinate service delivery with technical counterparts. 

• Assist in business development initiatives. 

• Establish a reputation as a trusted expert within the field.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• 2+ years of experience in Canadian corporate tax. 

• Background in public or private practice including direct client interactions and overseeing client files. 

• Service-oriented, analytical, organized, and possesses a strong work ethic. 

• Capable of managing multiple tasks with changing priorities. 

• Proficient in English, both written and verbal, including articulate communication of technical financial information to clients and stakeholders. 

• Familiarity and proficiency with various accounting and tax systems and related software programs. 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Senior US Tax Manager
Toronto – Hybrid
$130,000 – $175,000 + Bonus

Our client is a prominent Canadian-based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They are currently growing and looking for a highly motivated Senior US Tax Manager to join the team and partner with.  This role is an exciting role to join a highly collaborative and creativity-driven team that supports personal and professional growth. 

This opportunity will be a senior leadership role, working directly with the Tax Partners and running the US Tax function.

If you are looking for more autonomy, growth, and leadership opportunities, this could be a great role for you!

Responsibilities:

• Managing US tax compliance engagements.

• Reviewing complex US personal and corporate tax returns.

• Proactively spotting technical issues and developing solutions with the team.

• Drafting correspondences for both internal and clients use.

• Maintaining current and up-to-date knowledge of relevant tax law developments and advising firm and clients.

• Preparing and presenting professional development seminars.

• Leading the US tax function and managing, coaching, and developing junior staff.

• Participating in business development projects including bringing on new clients.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• 4+ years of consecutive US tax experience, ideally from another CPA firm.

• CPA, US CPA, or IRS EA designation is considered an asset

• Detail orientated, well organized and able to prioritize demands, workflow, and meeting deadlines.

• Effective written and oral English communication skills.

• US federal, state, and cross-border tax research experience.

• Proven ability to lead engagements and people.

• Team player.

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Tax Director

North GTA, Ontario – Hybrid

$200,000 – $240,000 + Bonus

Our client is a reputable Canadian-based accounting firm that is looking for a motivated Tax Director to join the team. This position offers many excellent benefits and opportunities for growth and development.

They offer a very competitive compensation package and various bonus and commission programs.  You will be responsible for leading and managing multiple tax-related projects.  If you are ready to take the next step in your career, I want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Handle corporate reorganizations.

• Review legal documents to identify tax issues and opportunities.

• Work with clients to address tax compliance issues.

• Prepare findings, facts, and highlights from client engagements.

• Investigate and correct discrepancies/irregularities.

• Identify tax opportunities and tax strategies.

• Review tax returns to ensure accuracy and completeness.

• Collaborate with internal factors to provide tax planning strategies.

• Collaborate with Assistant Manager to ensure project timelines are being followed and adjust where necessary.

• Provide feedback to help in developing new ideas and processes to increase efficiency.

• Build professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and firm leadership teams.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• Advanced knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act, CAS, and Canadian Review Standards.

• CPA (CA, CMA, or CGA) or other accounting designation and current membership with CPA Canada.

• Completion or near completion of CPA In-depth Tax Course or Master of Taxation (MTax) program.

• Minimum 4 years experience in a similar role within public accounting.

• Individual/corporate/partnership tax knowledge.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.

• Organized, good time-management skills.

• Knowledge of CaseWare, Jazz IT, and Tax Cycle is considered an asset.

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Senior Tax Manager

Halton Region, Ontario – Hybrid

$140,000 – $165,000 + Bonus

Our client is a successful Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They value team collaboration – promoting new ideas, developing an environment of employee partnering, and focusing on personal and professional development.

This role will report to the Tax Partners where you will have the opportunity to join a fast-growing tax function in a senior leadership position working on a variety of tax files and tax planning engagements.  If you are looking for the next step in your career and want more advanced tax exposure this could be an exciting opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop high value tax opportunities for their clients.

• Review income tax and/or indirect tax returns, elections and other tax filings or information reporting.

• Advising clients on tax controversy matters, including the tax audit and/or appeals process and strategy.

• Advise and assist in developing tax-efficient strategies to manage client advisory services.

• Lead as a part of a growing tax practice supporting both our firm personnel and clients.

• Develop, train, and mentor junior team members.

• Work with other specialty groups on technical matters such as corporate taxation, partnerships, international tax, mergers and acquisitions.

• Planning, managing and executing on advice engagements.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• 5+ years of prior tax experience within a public accounting firm.

• CPA or equivalent designation. Tax In-Depth or MTax is an asset.

• Prior managerial or leadership experience.

• Ability to analyze new or existing tax rules and regulations in key jurisdictions.

• High level of research and compilation experience.

• Knowledge of a broad range of Canadian corporate income tax matters in various industries.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Senior Tax Manager

Richmond Hill, Ontario – Hybrid

$130,000 – $160,000 + Bonus

Our client is a successful and prominent Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They are going through a period of growth and are looking for a motivated tax leader to grow with the firm and take the next step in their career.

This role will report to the Tax Partner and is responsible for working on a variety of tax files and tax planning engagements including assisting clients with various tax matters, providing research and technical support, and supporting the marketing initiatives of the practice.

If you are looking for a highly collaborative, supportive, flexible, and growing tax team, this could be the role for you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead tax consulting engagements

• Review tax compliance and election forms arising out of tax planning engagements

• Work directly with Canadian based clients on tax planning engagements

• Manage the analysis of new legislation as well as the development and implementation of new strategy for our clients

• Maintain advanced tax research for client and internal use

• Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff team members

• Develop and manage firm outreach and marketing techniques

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• 5+ years of experience working in tax within a public accounting firm and at least 1 year at the manager level

• CPA or equivalent designation

• Completion of the In-Depth Tax Course

• Knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English

• Ability to comfortably work independently and take a leadership role on tax related engagements

• Experience solving practical and complex tax problems

• Highly personable

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Tax Manager
Burlington, Ontario
$100,000 – $120,000 + Bonus

Our client is a successful Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They
value team collaboration – promoting new ideas, developing an environment of
employee partnering, and focusing on personal and professional development.
This role will report to the Senior tax Manager and is responsible for working on a
variety of tax files and tax planning engagements including assisting clients with various
tax matters, providing research and technical support, and supporting the marketing
initiatives of the practice.

Responsibilities:

• Review personal, corporate and trust income tax returns as well as partnership information
  returns

•  Work directly with Canadian based clients on tax planning engagements

•  Manage the analysis of new legislation as well as the development and implementation of new
  strategy for our clients

• Maintain advanced tax research for client and internal use

•  Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff team members

•  Develop and manage firm outreach and marketing techniques

As the ideal candidate you will have:

•  3+ years of experience working in tax within a public accounting firm and at least 1 year at the
  manager level

• CPA or equivalent designation

•  Tax In-Depth is considered an asset

•  Knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep

•  Excellent written and verbal communication in English

•  Ability to comfortably work independently and take a leadership role on tax related engagements

•  Experience solving practical and complex tax problems

•  Highly personable

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our
team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process
will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Senior Tax & Compliance Officer
North York, Ontario
$120,000 – $145,000 + Bonus

Our client is a national, family-owned, construction and building supply company. They operate on the pillars of quality, integrity, and trustworthiness that have defined the success of their business.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to join an established tax function within a large company in a leadership position providing a variety of tax compliance services and mentorship to staff. This position is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious tax professional looking to make the next step in their career and move to the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and examining accounting records and financial reports including corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals.

•  Preparing and reviewing various tax compliance files.

•  Managing and leading correspondences with tax authorities.

•  Providing assistance with audits.

•  Conducting tax research and analysis.

•  Working closely with the CFO on various tax planning and liability engagements.

•  Providing mentorship and guidance to junior members of the tax team.

As an ideal candidate you will have the following:

•  4-6 years of prior tax experience within a public accounting firm.

•  CPA designation. Tax In-Depth is considered an asset.

•  Previous managerial or leadership experience.

•  Knowledge of a broad range of Canadian corporate income tax matters.

•  Comfortable handling multiple tasks and engagements simultaneously.

•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

Junior Tax & Compliance Officer
North York, Ontario
$100,000 – $125,000 + Bonus

Our client is a national, family-owned, construction and building supply company. They operate on the pillars of quality, integrity, and trustworthiness that have defined the success of their business.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to join an established tax function within a large company providing a variety of tax compliance and tax planning services. This position is a great opportunity for an ambitious tax professional looking to make a move to industry and join a large national company.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and examining accounting records and financial reports including corporations, partnerships, and high-net-worth individuals.

•  Preparing various tax compliance files.

•  Assisting with correspondences with tax authorities.

•  Providing assistance with audits.

•  Conducting tax research and analysis.

•  Working closely with the CFO and senior tax team on various tax planning and liability engagements.

•  Assisting professional service providers in the preparation of various US tax files.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

• 2-4 years of prior tax experience within a public accounting firm.

• CPA designation is considered an asset.

•  Knowledge of a broad range of Canadian corporate income tax matters.

•  Comfortable handling multiple tasks and engagements simultaneously.

•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca