Senior Accountant - U.S. Tax

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We are looking for a Senior Accountant, U.S. Tax to join our team - bring your ambition and shape what comes next.

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today - Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one - because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant to join our US Corporate tax practice in Toronto! This versatile role will involve working directly with a number of our staff and clients. We are looking for an individual who is committed to a career in taxation and has the desire to take a lead role in managing tax engagements and contributing both to the growth of the firm and our clients. 
Our tax practice offers the opportunity to work in a range of tax and succession planning areas including estate & trust compliance, personal and corporate tax planning, purchase and sale of private businesses, estate planning, and cross border investment and compliance. We are interested in meeting candidates with experience in any of these areas.
Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Prepare and review (where applicable) US  corporate and partnership tax returns, etc.
• Verify tax assessments
• Perform technical research and documenting tax plan recommendations
• Correspond with US clients, other advisors and tax authorities
• Coordinate and manage client accounts
• Assist managers and partners with tax initiatives, including but not limited to developing and implementing tax planning strategies for clients
• Understand, analyze and research tax queries for clients, Partners, Senior Managers, and Managers
• Collaborate with and support team members in providing exceptional client service
• Provide leadership and direction to junior team members to ensure completion of filings by designated deadlines; and
• Other duties as assigned

A successful candidate will have:

• US CPA or Enrolled Agent. Will consider CPA, CA or working towards a CPA designation; completion of UFE/CFE
• Minimum of two years of US tax experience
• Experience working in a public practice Accounting Firm is an asset
• Ability to provide exceptional client service
• Adept organizational and time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and manage a demanding workload and multiple deadlines
• Experience with CCH tax preparation software will be an asset.

What’s in it for you? 

• Career Growth opportunities
• Competitive total compensation package including extended health care, dental and group life benefits
• Family Benefits - parental leave top-up program for new parents
• Matching RRSP plan
• Annual bonus program
• Health and wellness spending account.
• Vacation 
• Continuing Professional Development courses are provided as well as numerous informal training and development opportunities. The Firm will also reimburse you for approved professional development fees and membership dues
• An open-door culture promoting interaction with all staff levels, including partners
• A fully stocked kitchen with breakfast foods, healthy snacks, and treats during tax season, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year
• Overtime meal and parking reimbursements
• A smart casual dress code (client/day specific)
• Client referral, employee referral, and vehicle purchase incentives
• Many entertaining social events throughout the year

Where you’ll work: Toronto, ON

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

Your schedule: Monday to Friday 

Salary range: $70,000 - $84,000 per annum. 

Baker Tilly is fair and competitive when it comes to rewarding our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors and levels. Our total rewards philosophy is rooted in recognizing people's unique contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver. Along with a competitive base salary we offer comprehensive benefits and perks, performance bonuses and flexible hybrid work. For more information on our Total Rewards click here!

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.  

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status: 

• Existing Vacancy: This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization. We are actively seeking a qualified candidate to fill this role.

Use of Artificial Intelligence:

We use AI-enabled tools to assist with resume screening. All final decisions are made by a human recruiter.

Ready to Apply?

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you directly via email. All virtual interviews will be conducted exclusively on Microsoft Teams. We will never request additional personal information such as bank details or other sensitive data.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, parental status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other non-merit factors. Baker Tilly is dedicated to fostering, supporting and celebrating a diverse workplace. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their accessibility needs.

Baker Tilly WM LLP is a member of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative, which is a member of the global network of Baker Tilly International Limited. All members of Baker Tilly Canada Cooperative and Baker Tilly International Limited are separate and independent legal entities.