10 years of experience in Canadian Income Tax, preferably in public practice as a CPA or barrister/solicitor
Completion of the In-Depth Tax Course, a Masters of Tax, or an LLB
Proven excellence in written communication of technical subjects
Ability to interpret income tax legislation
Skilled in preparing summaries of tax developments for diverse audiences
Excellent oral communication abilities
Strong attention to detail in reflecting legislative meanings
Capable of independent and collaborative work
Flexible and adaptable to role demands
Responsibilities
Stay updated on current Canadian income tax developments affecting domestic tax clients
Communicate tax developments to both internal teams and external stakeholders
Ensure the publication of client-focused tax articles on the company website
Conduct regular communication with clients regarding income tax changes
Organize and lead monthly webinars for the Tax Service Line
Develop and present training content for Tax Compliance Professionals
Maintain an updated internal database of technical tax matters
Manage professional and administrative support staff
Review tax compliance tools for technical accuracy and relevance
Serve as a principal information resource for new tax developments
Assist with the preparation of presentation materials for external events or conferences
Benefits
Engagement in a collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth
Opportunities for professional development and learning
Participation in innovative digital strategies and tools
A culture that promotes diversity and inclusion
Access to a supportive team-oriented atmosphere
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity
Our National Tax Practice is looking for a Director to join their team. The successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:
Keeping current on Canadian income tax developments that primarily affect Domestic tax clients
Communicating these developments to the Tax Service Line and Tax Compliance Professionals, and externally
Primarily responsible ensuring there are tax-centred, client focused articles on bdo.ca
Regular external communication to clients/potential clients/about income tax developments
Weekly internal communication to both Tax Professionals and Tax Compliance Professionals
Organizing and facilitating monthly webinars for the Tax Service Line
Developing content for and presenting to Tax Compliance Professionals
Keeping database of technical matters current - internal
Managing both professional and administrative staff in support positions
Reviewing tools used in Tax Compliance for technical accuracy and for relevant content
Serving as a firm reference for information on new tax developments
Ad hoc work includes serving as a firm reference for information on new tax developments, reviewing presentation material for external presentations or conferences, assisting with development of tax compliance tools
How do we define success for your role?
You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
You understand your clients’ industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent
You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
You grow your expertise through learning and professional development
Your experience and education
10 years of experience working in Canadian Income Tax in public practice as a CPA or as a barrister or solicitor
Completion of the In-Depth Tax Course, a Masters of Tax or an LLB
Proven excellence in written communication of technical subject matter
Ability to read and interpret income tax legislation
Ability to prepare summaries of relevant income tax developments for different audiences – i.e tax professionals, tax compliance professionals and client audience
Excellent oral communication skills
Attention to detail to ensure that the meaning of the legislation is properly reflected in communications
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the role
About BDO Canada LLP
BDO Canada LLP is a leading accounting and advisory firm that provides a wide range of services to clients across Canada. The firm offers audit and assurance, tax, advisory, and consulting services to clients in various industries, including manufacturing, retail, real estate, and technology. BDO Canada LLP is part of the global BDO network, which operates in over 160 countries and employs over 80,000 people. The firm is committed to providing exceptional client service and helping clients achieve their business objectives.
