Senior Manager - Indirect Tax

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM. As a Senior Manager - Indirect Tax for RSM Canada, you will be responsible for the following job duties relating to GST/HST, QST, B.C. PST, Saskatchewan PST and Manitoba PST and other indirect taxes with a focus on the Canadian Indirect Tax Recovery service line offering.  These duties will be focused around three core concepts: Technical & Quality Expertise, People & Talent Management, and Client Service/Business Development and are as follows:

Responsibilities: Serve as a tax recovery project leader, mentor or coach to one or more employees, which will include providing honest and timely performance feedback

Lead the development of AI tools specifically for the Indirect Tax recovery service line to ensure maximizing efficiency while retaining accuracy and completeness of the project

Assist in the review of and work on multiple technical complex issues identified during the tax recovery engagements, while communicating in a non-technical manner to facilitate communication between the client and the service team to manage the risk for both the client and the firm

Lead and manage the business relationship of complex engagements with a focus on high-value quality indirect tax advice and seek to expand services to clients

Drive growth and profitability of industry/specialty area by generating new revenue on existing client portfolio, cross selling and new clients for the tax practice

Interact directly with clients handling questions, planning, consulting, etc.

Reviewing recovery findings and ensuring conclusions are consistent with firm policies and professional standards

Build relationships across lines of business to ensure excellent client service through an integrated service approach

Manage corporate client needs with respect to tax services and federal and provincial tax queries

Remain up-to-date on current tax practices and changes in tax law

Other duties as assigned

Some travel may be required

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

8 or more years of public accounting experience or equivalent in law firms or industry

Must be able to support financial growth efforts and manage a book of business

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A proven record of simultaneously managing multiple projects and engagement teams for various clients

Project management and critical thinking skills

Ability to generate new business and extend service opportunities

Preferred Qualifications: CPA Designation

Experience in dealing with international tax matters an asset

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html .

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status ; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.   

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership.  RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com .

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $107,000 - $182,000 Individuals  selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.