Manager or Senior Manager, Tax (Public Company)

Your Career. Your Impact. Your Next Chapter.

Founded in 1980, McGovern Hurley has grown into a leading mid-sized CPA firm, delivering tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private corporations, and owner-managed businesses – locally, nationally, and globally.

Registered with Canadian Public Accountability Board (CAPB) and Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO), we uphold the highest standards of quality, accountability, and technical excellence. We’re proud to rank among Canada’s top 9 firms serving publicly listed entities.

Driven by integrity, curiosity, and collaboration, we empower our people to take ownership of their work, accelerate their career growth, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Note: We offer a hybrid work model, with the first 30 days in-person and 2 to 3 days in the office each week to follow. Thursdays serve as the Tax Advisory Group’s (TAG) Anchor Day, creating dedicated time to collaborate, connect, and learn together.

The Opportunity

As McGovern Hurley’s next Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager, you’ll help shape our growing Public Company Tax practice by leading complex compliance engagements from start to finish and expanding your expertise in tax planning, structuring, and advisory. You’ll own challenging work for diverse public and international clients, deliver tailored tax solutions, and mentor emerging tax talent as you advance your career beyond compliance.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance: Prepare and review Canadian corporate tax returns, including foreign reporting forms, schedules, and election forms.
• Flow-Through Share Reporting: Oversee and manage flow-through share issuance reporting for mining corporations and specialized filings for corporate transactions.
• Tax Research: Research complex Canadian and international tax issues, interpret tax legislation, and assess tax implications and risks.
• Tax Advisory & Planning: Advise public and international clients on tax implications of transactions, including property dispositions and subsidiary wind-ups.
• Corporate Reorganizations & International Tax: Prepare tax memoranda and analyses on corporate reorganizations, cross-border transactions, and international tax considerations.
• Client Service & Relationship Building: Build client relationships by understanding business needs, communicating tax implications, and providing practical tax solutions.
• Engagement Management & Review: Manage multiple engagements, delegate work, monitor progress, and review work for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with Engagement Teams, Firm Leadership, CRA, legal counsel, and external advisors.
• People Leadership & Development: Lead, coach, and mentor emerging tax professionals with constructive feedback, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
• Professional Development: Keep up to date with tax legislation and industry trends while participating in structured learning to grow your technical and professional skills.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience, with a track record of managing complex engagements from start to finish for publicly listed and international clients.
• Hands-on experience preparing and reviewing complex corporate tax returns, including foreign reporting forms, election forms, and supporting schedules.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian tax legislation, including the Canadian Income Tax Act, with the ability to research challenging tax issues and interpret legislation.
• Proven ability to build trusted client relationships, exceed client expectations, and deliver timely, high-quality service.
• Experience mentoring junior professionals by reviewing work, identifying development opportunities and providing constructive feedback.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) and TaxPrep, with a strong aptitude for quickly learning and picking up on new technologies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical tax matters and work effectively with Engagement Teams, Partners and other service lines.
• Strong time management and execution skills, with the ability to confidently manage multiple priorities and deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.

Nice-To-Haves

• Exposure to tax advisory and planning is an asset; candidates with strong tax compliance experience looking to expand into advisory are highly encouraged to apply.
• Experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax provisions and memoranda is considered an asset.

Why McGovern Hurley

We reward the hard work and invest in the growth of our people – who remain our greatest asset. As our newest addition, you can expect:

• Competitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $170,000, plus a discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits with 50/50 cost-sharing after theprobationary period.
• 3 weeks paid vacation with a hybrid work model to promote work-life integration.
• CPA designation and In-Depth Tax Program reimbursement for professional growth.
• Hands-on ownership of complex tax work, with exposure to diverse clients and tax advisory.
• Structured development, coaching, and mentorship with career advancement and growth.
• Tight-knit culture, people-first culture with approachable leaders and an open-door policy.
• Modern and vibrant professional hub in Parkway Place with a complimentary lounge.
• Easy commuting options with transit nearby, DVP access, and affordable on-site parking.
• Eateries and quick bites steps away with Fairview Mall and Victoria Park Plaza nearby.
• Welcoming, inclusive workplace with social events like MH’sSummer BBQ and Holiday Party.

Are you ready to tackle real-world engagements, build your expertise, and grow your career in a place where you’re more than just a number? Apply today and take the next step with MH!

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available at every stage of the process, and we will work with you to meet your individual needs.

MH uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to optimize recruitment and enhance the candidate experience. Hiring decisions remain human-led, with regular reviews to ensure legal compliance.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Only resumes requested by the MH Talent Team will be considered, and no fees will be paid for unsolicited submissions.

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