Baker Tilly

Senior Tax Manager

Baker Tilly$90K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation or equivalent
  • Completion of CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course or Master of Tax Program
  • Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience in tax
  • At least two years in a tax manager role
  • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of tax services clients and oversee engagement delivery
  • Develop and implement tax strategies alongside senior staff
  • Perform technical research and provide clear recommendations
  • Lead, mentor, and train staff and Managers
  • Identify and cultivate new sales and client service opportunities

Benefits

  • Merit-based promotions and uncapped growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Professional development budget
  • Four weeks starting vacation plus two additional weeks in Summer
  • Three paid days off to volunteer
Full Job Description
Your role: The Senior Tax Manager manages a portfolio of tax services clients, leads tax planning and advisory engagements, and works closely with Partners and senior staff to deliver practical tax strategies and strong client outcomes. The role provides leadership to Managers and professional staff, drives business development, and leads initiatives that strengthen practice quality, consistency and operational efficiency across the firm. Client service delivery • Work closely with Partners and other senior staff to develop and implement tax strategies, lead tax planning assignments. • Perform technical research with clear, well-documented recommendations. • Manage a portfolio of tax services clients, build strong relationships, and oversee engagement delivery to meet client expectations, quality standards and timelines. • Review tax returns and other tax work prepared by staff. • Manage engagement financials including budgets, WIP, variances and billing. Team management and leadership • Lead, mentor, train and develop staff, while providing direction and support to Managers. • Build high-performing teams through coaching, feedback, performance management and knowledge sharing. • Practice and professional development. • Lead practice and professional development initiatives that strengthen technical capability, consistency, efficiency and collaboration across the firm. • Support continuous improvement by advancing firm processes, innovation and operational effectiveness. Business and market development • Identify and cultivate new sales and client service opportunities, including cross-functional opportunities, and support broader business development efforts. • Represent the firm externally and help strengthen its market presence and client relationships. What you bring to the table: • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Designation or equivalent • Successful completion of the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course or Master of Tax Program • Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience in tax • High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Caseware/Caseview, TaxPrep, and tax research software • At least two years in a tax manager role, HST experience is an asset • Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining trusted advisor relationships • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to lead, mentor and develop others to build high performing teams • Understanding of a client-focused fast paced work environment and the ability to effectively pivot between tasks, prioritize and manage deliverables to meet conflicting deadlines • Business development skills are an asset What's in it for you? Driving your own potential: • Merit-based promotions and uncapped growth opportunities; • Individual performance-based annual bonuses; • Comprehensive benefits package; • Professional development budget; and • Dedicated Coach to support development and career advancement. Enjoying more time away from the office and work-life balance: • Four weeks starting vacation; • Two additional weeks of paid time off during the Summer months; • A flexible work schedule; and • Remote working arrangements. Giving back to the community: • Three paid days off to volunteer; • Local charitable initiatives; and • A commitment to help you achieve your personal goals outside work.

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