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Tax Specialist, Enterprise Tax

@ KPMG

Ottawa, Ontario

Full-time2+ years experience
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Overview

KPMG in Canada is hiring a Tax Specialist for its Enterprise Tax practice to work with privately owned businesses, entrepreneurs and organizations on tax planning and compliance. The role covers corporate, personal, trust, partnership and international tax matters, including return preparation and tax modelling. The posting lists a salary range of $61,000 to $96,000 with possible bonus, and requires at least 2 years in public accounting.

Responsibilities:

  • Research and analyze corporate, personal, trust, partnership and international tax matters
  • Prepare corporate, partnership, trust and personal income tax returns
  • Build and maintain income tax models
  • Review corporate and personal tax returns and tax provisions for audit clients
  • Develop technical memoranda and client communications

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 2 years in a public accounting firm
  • CFE passed and CPA designation obtained or in progress
  • Enrolled or willing to enroll in the In-Depth tax course
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong time management and self-motivation

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Employer posting date
2026-10-26
First seen by our source
2026-10-26
Source record updated
2026-10-26

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice, Client sites
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsCFE, CPA, In-Depth tax course
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus

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Job description
Overview

At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

As part of the Enterprise Tax practice, you will work with privately owned businesses, entrepreneurs, and dynamic organizations on a wide range of tax planning and compliance matters. Through meaningful client interactions, challenging research assignments, and opportunities to contribute to innovative tax planning strategies, you will build deep technical expertise while accelerating your growth as a trusted tax professional.


What you will do

  • Research and analyze a broad range of corporate, personal, trust, partnership, and international tax matters
  • Contribute to the structuring of domestic and cross-border investments and tax planning initiatives
  • Prepare corporate, partnership, trust, and personal income tax returns for a diverse client portfolio
  • Develop technical memoranda, client communications, and instructions for legal counsel for review by senior team members
  • Build and maintain income tax models to support planning, compliance, and advisory engagements
  • Review corporate and personal tax returns to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
  • Review tax provisions for large audit and non-audit clients and provide insights on tax implications
  • Collaborate with clients and colleagues while contributing to a variety of corporate tax initiatives and special projects

What you bring to the role

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a public accounting firm.
  • Successfully passed the CFE, and has obtained or is in process of obtaining a CPA designation.
  • Currently enrolled or willing to enroll in the In-Depth tax course.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation.
  • Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities.
  • Is keen to assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies for various clients.
  • Willingly takes on and learns new skills by researching a wide variety of tax issues.
  • Excellent client service skills with an aptitude to understand the clients' business and maintain strong client relationships.

KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information

The expected base salary range for this position is $61,000 to $96,000 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.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best


Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.

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