Senior Tax Manager, Asset Management

KPMG

$113K — $163K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum seven years of experience in public accounting tax or the asset management/fund industry
  • Strong understanding of tax issues affecting the asset management sector
  • Experience leading teams and managing multiple competing priorities
  • Proven ability to review complex tax work and provide clear, constructive technical direction
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated judgment in anticipating challenges and resolving issues
  • Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Course considered an asset
  • CPA designation

Responsibilities

  • Lead large, complex investment fund tax engagements across the fund life cycle
  • Plan engagements and organize teams to deliver Canadian and cross-border tax mandates
  • Review work prepared by managers and junior staff for technical accuracy
  • Provide ongoing technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship
  • Work with proprietary, technology-enabled platforms for tax reporting
  • Build strong client relationships through direct interactions
  • Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency
  • Proactively manage risks and engagement challenges

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program
  • Support for professional development
  • Access to proprietary technology platforms
  • Emphasis on client-focused service
  • Opportunity for mentorship and technical guidance
Full Job Description
Overview

Our Asset Management Tax practice continues to grow, and this opportunity offers a senior-level role supporting complex investment fund clients across their full tax life cycle. As a Senior Tax Manager, you will lead sizable engagements, provide technical and people leadership, and work directly with clients as a trusted advisor within an integrated, technology-enabled environment.

What you will do

  • Lead large, complex investment fund tax engagements across the fund life cycle
  • Plan engagements and organize teams to deliver Canadian and cross-border tax mandates
  • Review work prepared by managers and junior staff to ensure technical accuracy and completeness
  • Provide ongoing technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to support professional development
  • Work with proprietary, technology-enabled platforms to deliver operational and regulatory tax reporting, including fund distributions, Canadian compliance, and U.S. PFIC reporting
  • Build strong client relationships through direct interaction and collaboration as part of clients' extended teams
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and consistency
  • Proactively manage risks, priorities, and engagement challenges with a practical, client-focused approach

What you bring to the role

  • Minimum seven years of experience in public accounting tax and/or the asset management or fund industry
  • Strong understanding of, or demonstrated interest in, tax issues affecting the asset management sector
  • Experience leading teams and managing multiple, competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
  • Proven ability to review complex tax work and provide clear, constructive technical direction
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage directly with clients
  • Demonstrated judgment in anticipating challenges and resolving issues efficiently and cost-effectively
  • Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Course considered an asset
  • CPA designation


KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $113,500 to $163,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant's base salary within this range is based on the individual's location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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