Tax Partner, Risk Management - Jobs in Portage and Main

Job Description

Putting people first, every dayBDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.Your OpportunityBDO Canada is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Tax Partner to join our firm #39;s Tax Leadership and Risk Management Functions. This unique role will involve a division of time between providing tax advisory services to clients and managing tax risk across the firm. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of Canadian tax laws and regulations, and a proven track record in Private Client tax advisory services, dispute resolution, and tax risk management. The successful candidate will own the following responsibilities:Contractual Risk

• Provide expertise in service line considerations to support client acceptance process
• Assist in the development and updating of service-specific contract templates
• Support engagement letter negotiation process for partners
• Identify market standards and provide guidance to partners on contract terms and conditions

Client Service Risk and Execution

• Support partners in difficult risk matters from a Tax service line perspective
• Act as an internal expert/cold reviewer in potential litigation matters
• Lead regulatory compliance efforts by providing expertise in standards applicable to the Tax service line

Management of Risk Procedures

• Emphasize, educate, and execute quality and risk controls in the Tax service line
• Assist in the development of specific controls and systems in the Tax service line
• Support in the resolution of disputes between on conflict/independence matters
• Support in the mitigation of risk due to M amp;A and successful integration

Quality, Inspectionsamp; Training

• Lead the Tax Quality Review process
• Provide input into annual quality KPI ratings for partners
• Support the development and delivery of targeted Tax service line training

How do we define success for your role

• You demonstrate BDO #39;s core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your clients #39; industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Your experience and education:

• You have completed your CPA designation as well as the In-Depth Tax Program and/or Master #39;s in Tax
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in a professional services firm, as well as experience in risk management, dispute resolution, quality assurance, and compliance
• Deep technical knowledge of Canadian tax law and regulations, as well as experience in providing tax advisory services to clients. Experience in tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution is critical. A focus on private client taxation is preferred
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to lead and manage teams, delegate tasks effectively, and manage projects effectively
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex tax and dispute resolution issues to clients and colleagues in an expeditious, clear, calm, and concise manner
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders
• A strong commitment to ethics and integrity, and a demonstrated ability to maintain the confidentiality of client information and comply with professional standards and regulations

Why BDOOur people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada #39;s Top 100 Employers for 2023. This recognition is a milestone we #39;re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.Hybrid new normal: As a hybrid workplace, all BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.Ready to make your mark at BDO Clickquot;Apply now quot; to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page.