Overview

Job description: Work Arrangement: Part-Time, Primarily In-OfficeLocation: North York, ONAbout the OpportunityOur TorontoJobs.ca Recruiting Division client is a well-established accounting practice in North York providing personal and corporate tax and accounting services.Due to continued growth and an upcoming retirement within the team, the firm is seeking an experienced Canadian Tax Manager to join on a part-time basis.This is a hands-on review role for an experienced Canadian tax professional who can immediately contribute by reviewing tax returns and financial statements, providing technical guidance to staff, and helping manage client work.The successful candidate will work closely with the firm's owner and existing tax team, with the role focused primarily on review and technical oversight rather than preparation work.Key ResponsibilitiesReview Canadian personal tax returns (T1)Review Canadian corporate tax returns (T2)Review financial statements and compilation engagementsReview tax returns and related work prepared by junior staffProvide technical guidance and support to tax preparers and junior reviewersRespond to technical Canadian tax questions and client-related inquiriesAssist with managing workflow and ensuring tax engagements are completed accurately and on timeSupport the firm's quality control and compliance processesMentor and support junior accounting and tax staff as requiredHelp reduce partner workload by taking responsibility for technical reviews and tax-related mattersSupport the continued growth of the firm's Canadian tax practiceTeam StructureThe successful candidate will work closely with:Firm Owner / Managing PartnerTax preparersExisting review staffSeasonal tax staff during busy periodsThe position will focus primarily on reviewing work and providing technical guidance rather than completing high volumes of tax preparation. Qualifications: RequiredStrong experience in Canadian taxationPublic accounting experienceExperience reviewing Canadian personal tax returns (T1)Experience reviewing Canadian corporate tax returns (T2)Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate and personal taxationExperience reviewing financial statements and compilation engagementsStrong technical tax knowledgeExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to independently review work and identify tax or accounting issuesAbility to work with minimal supervisionPreferredCPA designation or equivalent experiencePrevious Tax Manager, Tax Reviewer, or senior-level public accounting experienceExperience supervising, mentoring, or providing technical guidance to junior staffExperience handling complex Canadian personal and corporate tax mattersFamiliarity with cloud-based tax and accounting softwareTechnologyThe firm utilizes:CCH tax solutionsQuickBooksCloud-based tax preparation softwareSecure client portal systemsWork EnvironmentPart-time opportunity with a stable, established accounting practiceCollaborative and supportive office environmentFlexible environment for family and personal commitmentsFree on-site parkingYear-round tax and accounting workOpportunity to work closely with the firm's owner and senior teamOpportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the Canadian tax practiceThis position is ideal for an experienced Canadian tax professional who enjoys technical review work, mentoring staff, and working directly with a firm's senior leadership, but is looking for a part-time schedule rather than a full-time position.Qualifications SummaryCPA designation would be an asset. Candidates should have strong public accounting experience with a particular focus on reviewing Canadian personal and corporate tax returns. Why is This a Great Opportunity: This is an opportunity to join an established and supportive accounting firm in a senior, hands-on capacity while maintaining the flexibility of a part-time schedule. The successful candidate will have meaningful responsibility for tax review and technical oversight withou