Manager, U.S. Individual Tax

You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.Make an impact with our U.S. Individual Tax team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework. As a trusted advisor, you’ll deliver innovative, strategic plans that address clients’ cross-border needs and minimize tax liability.MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.ResponsibilitiesLead multiple client facing engagement teams responsible for the completion of U.S. Individual tax engagements involving advice on tax planning opportunities, tax minimization strategies, and compliance issuesAssist organizations in deciding which US Individual structure will be the most effective from a tax perspective – subsidiary, branch, or joint-venture partnership; as well as assisting clients in choosing effective methods of capitalization and financing that are efficientAccountable for the delivery of industry and technical expertise relating to complex tax and assurance issues through high quality deliverables such as: client interactions, reports, technical work, and management presentationsPerform due diligence or modeling with respect to potential acquisitions by Canadian entities of US subsidiaries, partnerships or business operationsReview domestic/international federal and multi-state individual information returnsManage project financials (budgets, WIPS, timely billing and collection and variance recognition)Correspond with team members and clients in response to specific individual tax queriesReview, investigate and correct discrepancies and irregularities in financial entries and reportsResearch client issues that arise from compliance or planning work such asthe effects of various tax treaty provisions on the taxpayer (capital gains, dividends, business profits, etc.)Contribute to the preparationand delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needsCollaborate with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas, materiality and deadlinesThink strategically about client needs by understanding their business and key risksIdentify ways to maximize the relationship with clients and deliver added valueMaintain high quality control by reviewing tax returns and other work done from other team members for accuracy and completeness; provide feedback to team membersMonitor project timelines against targets, adjust where necessary; advise clients of project status and seek clarification on discrepancies where applicableNetwork and take a leadership role in the local professional, business, and community while raising awareness of MNP and looking for new business development opportunitiesLeverage team appropriately to ensure proper documentation is prepared for the client and procedures relating to the file are followed accordinglyContribute to the development of new ideas and approaches to improve work processesDevelop, coach, and train team members towards professional and personal developmentConduct formal, written annual performance reviewsPromote regular attendance, balanced lifestyle and high standard of team wellnessAttend internal MNP courses to further develop accounting and assurance knowledgeSkills and ExperienceCompletion of a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or U.S. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designationWorking towards or possesses a Master’s Degree in U.S. Taxation or LaworMember of the Bar is considered an asset5 to8 years of relevant work experience in public accounting and/or tax consultingExtensive knowledge of and experience working in U.S. Individual TaxSolid understanding of business, accounting, management and practice development principlesExperience preparing and reviewingS. tax compliance and implementing of tax reorganizationsWorking knowledge oftransfer pricing tax conceptsExperience working with, or exposure to, accounting and tax software such asCaseWare, GoSystem, ProSystem and ProfileStrong computer literacy including effective working skills of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointSome travel may be requiredMyRewards@MNPWith a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more! The salary range for this position is $84,500 - $120,000.Diversity@MNPWe embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply! Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox. #J-18808-Ljbffr