A growing professional services firm is seeking an experienced U.S. Tax Manager to join its tax practice. This opportunity is ideal for a tax professional with a strong background in U.S. corporate and individual taxation who enjoys managing client engagements, providing technical guidance, and working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.
About the Role
Reporting to senior tax leadership, the U.S. Tax Manager will oversee tax compliance engagements, review complex filings, and provide technical support on U.S. and cross-border tax matters.
The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining high-quality client service, managing multiple tax assignments, and supporting the continued growth of the practice. This position offers the opportunity to strengthen technical expertise, contribute to client relationships, and gradually take on broader leadership responsibilities.
What You'll Do
- Manage U.S. tax compliance engagements for corporate and individual clients with varying levels of complexity.
- Review federal tax returns and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Provide guidance on U.S. international tax reporting requirements and related compliance matters.
- Research technical tax issues and recommend appropriate solutions based on client circumstances.
- Oversee engagement timelines, coordinate deliverables, and maintain strong client relationships.
- Review work prepared by team members and provide feedback to support technical development.
- Identify potential tax risks and planning opportunities while ensuring reporting obligations are met.
- Collaborate with colleagues and senior tax professionals on complex assignments and client matters.
- Communicate with clients regarding filing requirements, outstanding information, and tax-related questions.
- Support improvements to internal processes and engagement workflows.
- Contribute to the development of junior professionals through coaching and knowledge sharing.
What You'll Bring
- Approximately 5 or more years of progressive U.S. tax experience within public accounting. Strong Senior Associates with comparable experience will also be considered.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. corporate and individual taxation, including federal tax compliance requirements.
- Experience preparing and reviewing U.S. tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
- Familiarity with international tax reporting and cross-border compliance obligations.
- U.S. CPA, Canadian CPA, or Enrolled Agent designation.
- Experience managing client engagements and reviewing the work of other tax professionals.
- Strong technical research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities with a client-focused approach.
- Canadian tax knowledge and experience with professional tax preparation software are considered assets.
- Previous supervisory experience is preferred, although candidates demonstrating strong leadership potential will also be considered.
Why Join
This position offers the opportunity to take greater ownership of client engagements while developing your leadership capabilities within a specialized tax practice. You'll work closely with experienced professionals, tackle technically challenging assignments, and have access to mentorship and professional education support. For someone looking to build a long-term career in U.S. taxation, the role offers a combination of technical depth, client exposure, and opportunities to take on additional responsibility.
