Tax

Our Winchesters team has extensive experience recruiting for Tax roles across Ontario. Whether you are seeking a role as a Tax Specialist, Senior Tax Manager, Tax Partner, VP Taxation, Director Taxation, or Senior Tax Analyst, our team can help you find your next career opportunity!

The Winchesters Team will help you find your next opportunity, whether you are looking to fill permanent, short-term, or project-based positions.

Below are current tax opportunities available through Winchesters. We also have exciting career opportunities related to finance, procurement, and audit, so please check our website regularly for new opportunities! To receive updates on new job postings regularly, follow us on LinkedIn.

Senior Tax Manager

Toronto, Ontario

$140,000 – $160,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 9, 2022.

Our client is a driven accounting, tax, and advisory firm, who focuses on employee growth.  They nurture clear leadership development and a values-lead culture focused on employee empowerment, inclusion and diversity.

This is an exciting Senior Tax Manager opportunity for an ambitious professional driven by problem solving, developing strong team culture, with an entrepreneurial mindset. 

As the Senior Tax Manager, you will work closely with the Tax Director and Partners to develop creative client strategies, advance the culture of the firm and grow future business.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor industry, finance and CRA trends to provide proactive advice to clients
  • Supervise and provide mentorship to the staff including the review of advanced tax compliance work, ensuring a consistent level of quality.
  • Developing training strategies and participating in the training of staff where possible.
  • Contributing to new client acquisition
  • Participate and lead income tax planning engagements 

 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 5+ years of Canadian tax experience within public accounting including 2-3 years of post In-Depth experience.
  • CPA designation and completed Tax In-Depth program
  • Previous management or direct leadership experience
  • Strong technical background in Canadian income tax; experience with corporate tax return preparation and review
  • Proficiency in Caseware/Caseview and Tax Prep
  • High computer literacy with proficiency in QuickBooks, Word and Excel
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Solid understanding of business professionalism

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

 

Senior Tax Accountant

Thornhill, Ontario

$80,000 – $95,000 + Bonus

Posted on August 4, 2022.

Our client is a reputable Canadian based accounting firm. They are looking for an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join the team. This role will provide the exciting opportunity to become a trusted resource to the Senior Tax Manager.

This position involves providing research to the Senior Tax Manager and managing tax-related projects. 

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and review Canadian tax engagements
  • Complete research and advise clients on corporate reorganizations
  • Participate in the review of legal documents
  • Liaise with clients and various government agencies 
  • Prepare findings, facts, and highlights from client engagements
  • Investigate and correct discrepancies/irregularities
  • Apply knowledge on Canadian Income Tax and legislations
  • Develop tax strategies and look into tax opportunities
  • Review tax returns and provide feedback to other team members 
  • Monitor project timelines 
  • Provide feedback to develop new ideas and processes to increase efficiency
  • Build professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and firm leadership teams

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
  • CPA designated and working towards tax in-depth
  • Hands on tax planning experience
  • Ability to work effectively independently and in a team
  • Strong organization and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Effective and efficient written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced Excel Skills

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

Tax Manager

Thornhill, Ontario

$100,000 – $120,000 + Bonus

Posted on August 4, 2022.

Our client is a reputable Canadian based accounting firm. They are looking to hire a motivated Tax Manager join the team. This position offers many excellent benefits and opportunities of growth and development. 

As a Tax Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing multiple tax-related projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Handle corporate reorganizations 
  • Review legal documents to identify tax issues and opportunities
  • Work with clients to address tax compliance issues
  • Prepare findings, facts, and highlights from client engagements
  • Investigate and correct discrepancies’/irregularities
  • Identify tax opportunities and tax strategies
  • Review tax returns to ensure accuracy and completeness 
  • Collaborate with internal factors to provide tax planning strategies
  • Collaborate with Assistant Manager to ensure project timelines are being followed and adjust where necessary
  • Provide feedback to help in developing new ideas and processes to increase efficiency
  • Build professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and firm leadership teams

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • Advanced knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act, CAS and Canadian Review Standards
  • CPA (CA, CMA, or CGA) or other accounting designation and current membership with CPA Canada
  • Completion or near completion of CPA In-depth Tax Course or Master of Taxation (MTax) program
  • Minimum 4 years experience in similar role within public accounting
  • Individual/corporate/partnership tax knowledge
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
  • Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
  • Organized, good time-management skills
  • Knowledge of CaseWare, Jazz IT and Tax Cycle is considered an asset

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

Staff Tax Accountant

Toronto, Ontario

$55,000 – $68,000 + Bonus

Posted August 4, 2022.

Our client is a successful Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant to join the team.  This opportunity will be an exciting role to join a collaborative and creativity-driven team that supports career progression. 

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for providing technical support to all types of engagements.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare Notice to Reader financial statements and corporate tax returns
  • Full cycle and investment bookkeeping
  • Using internet-based providers for payroll processing
  • Preparation of tax returns and regulatory forms
  • Preparation of correspondence related to client engagements
  • Coordinate with clientele to readily answer any questions

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ Canadian experience working in a public accounting firm
  • Proficiency in Caseware/Caseview and Tax Prep
  • Investment bookkeeping experience
  • High computer literacy with proficiency in QuickBooks, Word and Excel
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Solid understanding of business professionalism

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

 

Tax Manager

Burlington, Ontario

$105,000 – $125,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 9, 2022.

Our client is a rapidly growing, full-service CPA firm. They are looking for a strong and creative professional looking to move into a Tax Manager position.

This firm strongly values an eagerness to learn and a continued curiosity surrounding tax legislation, client strategy development, and creative tax relief strategy. 

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the analysis of new legislation as well as the development and implementation of new strategy for our clients
  • Oversee training and development of co-op team as well as junior staff accountant team members
  • Review personal, corporate and trust income tax returns as well as partnership information returns
  • Work directly with Canadian based clients on tax planning engagements
  • Maintain advanced tax research for client and internal use 
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff team members

 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 4+ years of experience working in tax within a public accounting firm and at least 1 year at the manager level
  • Highly proficient research and problem-solving skills
  • CPA Designation and enrolled in the Tax In-Depth program
  • Knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep
  • Experience with owner managed clients
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English
  • Ability to comfortably work independently and take a leadership role on tax related engagements
  • Experience solving practical and complex tax problems
  • Highly personable

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

 

Senior Tax Associate

North York, Ontario

$70,000 – $80,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 9, 2022.

Our client is a successful and rapidly growing Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They are looking for a motivated Senior Tax Accountant to join the team.  This opportunity will be an exciting role to join a highly collaborative and creativity-driven team that supports personal and professional growth. 

This opportunity will be highly client oriented, focusing on: assisting clients with their income tax returns, researching up-to-date and relevant tax law, and being an internal resource to senior staff and providing support for junior staff and clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Accurately prepare advanced corporate, personal, and trust tax returns and necessary working paper support.
  • Research relevant tax litigation and ensure compliance with tax law regulations.
  • Support tax savings during preparation and review and keep track of industry trends and changes related to taxes.
  • Provide diligent support and guidance during CRA audits including responding to pre and post CRA assessment requests.
  • Readily provide relevant tax research and information with clients and handle tax advisory and consulting responsibilities

 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 3-5 years of Canadian experience working in a public accounting firm with a tax specialization
  • Completed CPA designation and have interest in pursing the Tax In-Depth and/or MTax program(s)
  • Extensive experience and understanding of Canadian corporate and personal tax returns
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • High level time management and prioritization skills
  • Proficient in Quickbooks, Word and Excel, and highly computer literate overall
  • Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and Tax Preparation

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

 

Senior Tax Analyst

Toronto, Ontario

$90,000 – $100,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 13, 2022.

Our client is a leading Canadian and US technology, telecom, and internet company. They are looking for a driven Senior Tax Analyst with exposure to US and Canadian tax, specifically focusing on income and indirect returns.  

This will be a great opportunity for someone who strives to continue broadening their tax exposure including opportunities to handle complex international filings. 

If you are interested in pursuing a role within industry and are looking for an environment to promote learning and collaboration, this could be an exciting opportunity for you.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and review Canadian, U.S. and international income and indirect tax returns/filings.
  • Prepare schedules in support of the quarterly and yearly consolidated tax provision under U.S. GAAP.
  • Support the design, implementation and maintenance of tax processes and controls.
  • Participate and manage additional projects, including but not limited to transfer pricing, M&A, tax planning and research of various tax topics.
  • Stay up-to-date on tax legislation changes.

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 3+ years of relevant work experience in public accounting or industry.
  • Strong knowledge with U.S. tax preferred.
  • Enrolment in or completion of accounting designation or relevant tax qualification is considered an asset.
  • Comfort working independently. 
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with strong organizational skills.
  • Driven to continue learning and expanding tax knowledge.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

 

Tax Manager

Toronto, Ontario

$100,000 – $120,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 9, 2022.

Our client is a successful Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm. They value team collaboration – promoting new ideas, developing an environment of employee partnering, and focusing on personal and professional development.

This role will report to the Tax Partners and is responsible for working on a variety of tax files and tax planning engagements including assisting clients with various tax matters, providing research and technical support, and supporting the marketing initiatives of the practice.

Responsibilities:

  • Review personal, corporate and trust income tax returns as well as partnership information returns
  • Work directly with Canadian based clients on tax planning engagements
  • Manage the analysis of new legislation as well as the development and implementation of new strategy for our clients
  • Maintain advanced tax research for client and internal use 
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff team members
  • Develop and manage firm outreach and marketing techniques

 

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 4+ years of experience working in tax within a public accounting firm and at least 1 year at the manager level
  • CPA Designation and enrolled completed the Tax In-Depth program
  • Knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep
  • Experience with owner managed clients
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English
  • Ability to comfortably work independently and take a leadership role on tax related engagements
  • Experience solving practical and complex tax problems
  • Highly personable

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

Senior Tax Accountant

Hamilton, Ontario

$70,000 – $85,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 9, 2022.

Our client is a successful Canadian based accounting, tax, and advisory firm servicing the leaders of private business as well as high net worth families. They are looking for a motivated Senior Tax Accountant to join the team.  This opportunity will be an exciting opportunity to handle complex client focused tax work including assisting with bookkeeping, payroll, managing banking and finance relationships, management reporting, government filings and general business advice.

This role also provides in-depth mentorship opportunities as well as a management and senior management track.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare Notice to Reader financial statements and corporate tax returns
  • Prepare tax returns including tax and regulatory forms
  • Assist with company investment engagements including managing portfolios, handling dividends, capitals gains and the corresponding T3 and T5 work
  • Bookkeeping including preparation of bank reconciliations, income tax accruals, reconciliation of inter-company accounts, and calculation of depreciation
  • Coordinate directly with clients to answer questions and gather information upon request

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • Minimum of 3 years Canadian experience working in a public accounting firm
  • CPA designation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • High level time management and prioritization skills
  • Proficient in Quickbooks, Word and Excel, and highly computer literate overall
  • Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and Tax Preparation

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested, email your resume to zane@winchesters.ca

 

 

Tax Manager

Markham, Ontario

$95,000 – $115,000 + Bonus

Posted on September 9, 2022.

Our client is one of Canada’s premier independent CPA firms. They are looking for someone motivated to move into a key leadership position at the Tax Manager level.  This opportunity will be an exciting role to join a collaborative and creativity-driven team that supports career progression. 

This role will focus on leadership and client strategy development along with advanced tax review and research.

Responsibilities:

  • Review personal, corporate and trust income tax returns as well as partnership information returns
  • Work directly with Canadian based clients on tax planning engagements
  • Manage the analysis of new legislation as well as the development and implementation of new strategy for our clients
  • Participate in firm promotional events and 
  • Maintain advanced tax research for client and internal use 
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to junior staff team members
  • Develop and manage firm outreach and marketing techniques

As the ideal candidate you will have:

  • 4+ years of experience working in tax within a public accounting firm
  • CPA Designation and enrolled in the Tax In-Depth program
  • Knowledge of Caseware and TaxPrep
  • Experience with owner managed clients
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English
  • Ability to comfortably work independently and take a leadership role on tax related engagements
  • Experience solving practical and complex tax problems
  • Highly personable

 

How to Apply

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team. Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. If you’re interested