Manager, Taxation

Tax Manager

Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP is the largest local, independent, full-service accounting firm in Alberta. But that doesn’t mean we’re only about spreadsheets and number crunching. When we come to work daily, we are driven by a desire to be creative and continually open to new possibilities. This includes building strong relationships with all the people we serve — our clients, our team members and our community. What matters most to us is staying connected, versatile and accessible. These are the qualities that allow us to make a real difference in people’s lives and empower them to reach their full potential.

We are an exceptional company – we embrace making small investments, learning from failures quickly, and growing stronger together. We seek inventive problem-solvers who prioritize customers to uncover victories across diverse sectors.

We don't hire for compatibility; we hire for contribution. We search for candidates who embody our core values: Advancement, Accountability, Empathy, Intention, Openness, and Uniqueness. If you're enthusiastic about KRP, flourish in a dynamic setting, and aspire to collaborate with a brilliant, diverse team, we'd love to hear from you!

Your Opportunity

As a Tax Manager, you will be a vital member of the Tax Team, reporting to the Tax Partners. Leading medium sized client tax engagements to include both public and private companies. You are a detail-oriented, curious individual who can quickly learn and work with minimal supervision.

Your Scope:

• Working closely with a Partner as a senior team member on identifying tax issues and planning opportunities for owner managed businesses;
• Prepare and review federal and provincial income taxes for individuals, corporations and exempt organizations;
• Manage clients' high level personal and corporate tax and GST matters;
• Perform technical research, develop tax planning strategies and make appropriate recommendations;
• Assist the Audit and Assurance department with tax and GST compliance matters as required and identify Tax cross selling/consulting opportunities to existing or potential external clients;
• Provide knowledge and expertise in the areas of Canadian tax issues;
• Supervise and review Canadian personal and corporate tax returns;
• Leading, supervising and assisting in the learning of the completion of corporate restructuring plans;
• Provide Canadian estate planning for high-net-worth clients;
• Manage a portfolio of clients that vary in size and scope and act as the point of contact for internal and external clients;
• Manage risk and financial performance of engagements including billing, collections, and project budgets;
• Build and manage client relationships; advise clients by delivering high quality tax service and advice;
• Participate in market meetings and contribute to market and business activities external to the firm;
• Participating in the coaching and performance management process of the practice by conducting timely performance reviews, providing ongoing feedback and training to develop junior team members;
• Demonstrated the ability to identify tax consulting opportunities and a willingness to aggressively market services to existing and prospective clients.

Your Qualifications:

• A Professional accounting designation (CA, CPA, CGA or CMA)
• Completion of the CICA In-depth I, II and III tax program, or Masters in Tax
• Strong Technical background in a public practice services firm with a further 2-3 years of post-designation experience after the completion of the in-depth, level I, II, III program:
• Significant tax compliance and/or planning experience
• Proficiency in Tax software, Caseware, Excel, and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, capable of multitasking various tasks, projects, and strategic improvement initiatives
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and embodying our core values

Your Perks:

• A total rewards package, including above market salary and annual bonuses
• Four weeks’ vacation (starting base)
• Ten personal days
• 100% employer match on medical and dental benefits
• Health spending account
• On-site fitness center
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• A flexible and remote working model
• A unique opportunity to build, grow, and leave your impact on a local firm

Land Acknowledgement
KRP respectfully acknowledges that our Edmonton office, in the place known in Cree as Amiskwacîwâskahikan, is located in Treaty 6 Territory and within the Métis homeland.

This land has long been, and continues to be, a gathering place and home for many Indigenous Peoples, including the nêhiyaw (Cree), Dene, Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Nakota Isga (Nakota Sioux), Anishinaabe (Saulteaux) and Métis. Edmonton is also home to one of the largest Inuit communities south of the 60th parallel. We recognize and honour the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples who have cared for these lands for generations and whose cultures, histories and relationships with these lands continue today.

As people who live and work on these lands, we recognize our responsibility to continue learning, building respectful relationships and contributing to reconciliation.

Equal Opportunities
KRP is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a psychologically safe, diverse, and inclusive environment, where all team members have a sense of belonging. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, age, nationality, and education levels, to apply. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.

We Seek High Performers Who:

• Embody our core values
• Have a thirst for knowledge
• Are intrinsically motivated
• Desire to learn new skills
• Treat others with respect
• Want to work with the best

Our Culture:

KRP is home to a talented team of professionals. Our skills are diverse, but we all have one thing in common — a commitment to delivering the best solutions and services possible for our clients.

You'll be immersed in a cooperative company culture that values diligent work, accomplishing tasks, and relishing group socials throughout the year. You'll enjoy flexibility in your work location, schedule, vacation time, and attire. While we expect dedication, we also appreciate the importance of maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

Our Values:

Accountability

• We are personally responsible for delivering on our commitments.

Advancement

• We focus on deliberate and sustainable growth for our people, our company, and our clients.

Empathy

• We show care and concern for others.

Intention

• We are purposeful and deliberate in everything we do.

Openness

• We communicate openly and honestly.

Uniqueness

• We celebrate and encourage individuality over conformity.

We don’t want you to assimilate; we want you to aspire for greatness.

Join us today.