Senior Manager, International Corporate Tax

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Our International Corporate Tax group’s primary focus is to create flexible structures that help reduce corporate taxation while meeting the business, legal, and financing needs of our clients. The group focuses on a wide range of inbound and outbound taxation issues affecting business operations conducted in Canada, the US, and abroad.

As a lead member of the International Corporate Tax group you will work closely with KPMG Partners on international tax planning initiatives and requirements. Your organizational skills will enable you to direct the work of junior staff, including reviewing their work for accuracy and completeness. Additionally, you will research and prepare tax planning strategies for our clients, manage client relationships and take the lead on cross-border compliance engagements (including Pillar Two). The ideal candidate sets the standard for junior staff by providing ongoing support and opportunities for professional development.

• Leading client engagements.
• Working closely with other members of our team as a senior team member on various international tax advisory projects involving foreign affiliates, international expansion, inbound expansion into Canada and Pillar Two advice and compliance.
• Planning and organizing teams for the preparation of tax returns and conducting and presenting tax research.
• Advising on cross-border planning opportunities, analysis of technical matters and managing compliance-related issues.
• Reviewing the work of staff for accuracy and completeness.
• Leading the tax engagement team in servicing the planning and compliance needs of clients.
• Providing ongoing support and mentoring for the professional development of staff.
• Participation in training initiatives, and investment in professional development of yourself and your team.
• Working with other office members in attracting new work to the firm.

• Minimum 5-7 years specializing in tax in a public accounting or law firm with strong technical skills. International tax experience in the context of Canadian inbound and outbound structures is an asset, but candidates without international tax experience will be considered if candidates have experience dealing with complex technical issues and transactions
• Professional accounting or legal designation
• Completed, or nearly completed the CPA In-Depth tax course
• Excellent people management skills
• Highly motivated individual with a desire for growth
• Excellent client service skills with the ability to understand the client’s business
• Dedication and motivation to achieve high standards of client service and professionalism in the performance of duties
• Emphasizes quality and adds value in their client offerings and services
• Strong project management and organizational skills

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $113,500 to $163,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.

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