Associate Manager, US Tax
McGovern Hurley • Toronto, ON • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Apr 28, 2026
Founded in 1980, McGovern Hurley is a leading, mid-sized independent Toronto-based CPA firm with more than 100 professionals. For over 45 years, we’ve delivered tailored audit and assurance, tax advisory, reporting and compliance, and consulting services to publicly listed entities, private companies, and owner-managed businesses locally, nationally, and globally.
Registered with Canadian Public Accountability Board (CPAB) 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 10 firms serving publicly listed entities, completing more than 140 public company audits each year.
Driven by integrity, curiosity, and collaboration, we empower our people to take ownership, accelerate their growth, and make a meaningful impact from day one.
Note: At McGovern Hurley, we balance work-life integration with a commitment to excellence. We operate in a hybrid work environment requiring two in-office days per week at our North York office, with Thursdays designated as the Anchor Day for the Tax Advisory Group (TAG).
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development of U.S. tax planning strategies, delivering high-quality tax solutions across complex cross-border matters.
- Oversee the preparation and review of complex U.S. federal and state tax returns, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance.
- Conduct technical research on U.S. cross-border tax issues, assessing implications and translating findings into clear, actionable insights.
- Analyze client financial and tax data to identify risks, discrepancies, and strategic planning opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with Tax Engagement Teams to plan timelines, risk assessments, and other key engagement documentation.
- Coordinate with the IRS and state authorities, managing elections, filings, and regulatory correspondence.
- Contribute to McGovern Hurley’s growth by building client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and actively participating in business development initiatives.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and performance guidance to emerging tax professionals, promoting professional development and long-term career growth.
What You Bring
- 3-4 years of progressive U.S. tax experience in public accounting as a CPA (U.S.), CPA (Canada), or EA (Enrolled Agent).
- Hands-on experience with complex U.S. tax engagements and memorandums, including personal, trust, estate, and gift tax across real estate, mining, or professional services.
- Versed understanding of U.S. federal and state corporate income tax compliance with client-first, advisory mindset to understand business needs and deliver strategic tax insights.
- Strong organization and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with confidence.
- Driven, growth-oriented professional committed to continuous learning and professional development, with a proactive approach to ownership and impact.
- Strategic planner, analytical thinker and strong communicator who translates complex tax matters into clear, practical insights—both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated alignment with McGovern Hurley’s values of collaboration, respect, accountability, integrity, and quality.
- Availability to work onsite two days per week at McGovern Hurley’s North York office, with Thursday designated as the designated in-office Anchor Day for the tax practice.
- Fluency in additional languages and tax provisions is considered an asset – please let us know if you speak other languages.
Why McGovern HurleyAt McGovern Hurley, our people are our greatest asset. As part of our dedicated and growing team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary ranging from $98,000 to $115,000 plus performance-based bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits after probationary period with 3 weeks’ paid vacation to start.
- A collaborative, high-performing culture that values excellence, growth, and recognition.
- A dynamic, close-knit team environment where work-life integration is a top priority.
- Hands-on, ongoing learning and professional development for long-term career growth.
- Meaningful autonomy and ownership, with the opportunity to make a real impact.
McGovern Hurley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available at every stage, and we will work with you to meet your individual needs.
We thank all applicants who apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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