Tax Director

Job Description

### Key Responsibilities

**Tax Compliance Oversight**  

- Supervise the accurate preparation and thorough review of corporate, personal, and trust income tax returns, ensuring timely submission and adherence to CRA regulations.  

- Monitor critical filing deadlines to guarantee all client obligations are met efficiently and effectively.  

- Review elections, disclosures, and compliance documentation associated with corporate reorganizations, estate planning, and related-party transactions.  

- Oversee the preparation and review of T3s, T5s, and other year-end compliance filings to uphold standards.  

- Provide expert technical support concerning tax provisions and compliance-related accounting issues, including the calculation of tax reserves.  

**Client & Planning Support**  

- Offer proactive tax planning strategies related to remuneration structures, estate planning initiatives, succession strategies, and trust utilization.  

- Assist clients during CRA audits, manage objections, and provide support for voluntary disclosures as needed. 

- Advise clients on the implications of legislative changes, ensuring ongoing compliance with evolving tax laws.  

- Collaborate with assurance and advisory teams to provide integrated support for client engagements that require a multi-disciplinary approach.  

**Team Leadership & Development**  

- Lead and mentor a diverse team of tax professionals, including managers, seniors, and juniors, fostering a culture focused on high performance and client service.  

- Deliver ongoing technical training and ensure the continued professional development of all members within the tax group.  

- Oversee scheduling and workflow management throughout the tax compliance cycle to optimize efficiency.  

- Support the recruitment and onboarding process for new tax professionals, ensuring a smooth integration into the team.  

**Practice Management**  

- Maintain an advanced understanding of Canadian income tax law and provide guidance on complex compliance challenges.  

- Drive operational efficiency and consistency in tax processes by implementing standard operating procedures and leveraging automation tools.  

- Collaborate with firm leadership to enhance internal systems, utilizing technology to improve client experiences.  
- Contribute to business development initiatives and facilitate cross-selling opportunities within the existing client base to drive firm growth.