Senior Associate Business Tax Job

At RSM, Tax Senior Associates are responsible for the following job duties which are focused around two core concepts; technical & quality expertise, and delivering excellent client service:

• Preparing Corporate Income Tax returns, Partnership Information returns, Trust returns and various tax election filings
• Develop, motivate, and train staff level and intern team members
• Detailed review and analysis of Tax filing positions
• Interact directly with clients and CRA handling questions, planning, concerns, etc.
• Performing, documenting, and summarizing research and conclusions regarding specific tax issues
• Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law
• Other duties as assigned
• Some travel may be required

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree – preferably in Accounting or related field of study
• Must be working towards CPA designation
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a public accounting environment, 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 preparing and reviewing returns
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• CPA designation
• Experience working in a professional services environment
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and technical aspects of tax compliance
• Strong technical knowledge in accounting
• Experience in dealing with international tax matters and tax review a plus