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Our Business Tax group is focused on advising public and private multinational enterprises. Our professionals focus on our clients’ business and industry issues, collaborate on cross-functional teams to mitigate risk and optimize the core tax functions of our clients – all while delivering digitally-enabled business tax services in conjunction with our tax technology teams.   The Business Tax Financial Services practice serves a range of clients including asset management, capital markets, financial institutions, specialty finance and insurance clients.
RSM Canada is looking for a Tax Senior Manager to join the expanding Financial Services practice. This role provides an opportunity to join a high-performing, high-growth tax practice while working with complex clients in one or more of the following sectors within our Financial Services practice:  Asset Management (including private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds), Financial Institutions, Insurance, Specialty Finance and Brokerage and Trading.
As a Tax Senior Manager for RSM you will be responsible for the following job duties which are focused around three core concepts (Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development):
Serve as a Performance Advisor, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback
Train and develop staff members
Provide detailed review and analysis of tax returns
Assist the assurance team with tax provision reviews and prepare and review tax provision working papers for non-assurance clients
Manage risk for the client and the firm
Work on multiple complex issues while communicating in a client-centric manner
Advise clients on a full spectrum of corporate tax services, including planning, research, compliance, and tax accounting
Reviewing research findings and ensure conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards
Assist with new business development, extended service and tax issue recognition for existing clients
Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
Participate in recruitment of junior level staff
Some travel may be required
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study
CPA Designation
Working towards or completion of Masters of Tax or CPA In-depth Tax Program
8+ years of experience in Public Accounting preferably in a tax focused role
Ability to work closely with clients to answer questions or to collect necessary information for tax service requirements
Experience with one or more of the following: Corporations, Partnerships and Trusts
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and technical aspects of tax compliance and accounting
Strong technical skills in tax preparation, developing tax focus areas
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Experience in dealing with international tax matters and tax review a plus
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people.?We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at .
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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $105,000 - $178,500
Individuals  selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.