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Description

Senior Associate, Core Tax

Toronto, Calgary (Hybrid)

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

The A&M Tax Canada Team offers comprehensive tax advisory services to clients in various sectors and industries. With a deep understanding of the Canadian tax landscape, the team helps clients navigate the complex and evolving tax issues that affect their business transactions, investments, and operations.

How You Will Contribute

As a Senior Associate within the A&M Core Tax team, you will:

• Conduct tax research and analyze current tax legislation to support the delivery of practical tax advice to clients and engagement teams.
• Prepare tax compliance and consulting deliverables, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to applicable tax laws and firm standards.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing income tax provisions, including current and deferred tax calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Assist with tax planning engagements by gathering and analyzing information, identifying issues, and contributing to the development of client solutions.
• Support clients during tax audits and regulatory inquiries by preparing documentation, responding to information requests, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage assigned workstreams across multiple client engagements, prioritizing competing deadlines and communicating progress proactively to engagement leaders.
• Review the work of Associates and provide day-to-day coaching and technical guidance to support their development and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax compliance processes and engagement efficiencies while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients by delivering responsive, high-quality service and supporting engagement teams in meeting client needs.
• Stay current on tax legislation, regulatory developments, and industry trends, applying new knowledge to client engagements and sharing insights with the team.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the Tax practice and other A&M service lines to deliver integrated solutions for clients.
• Participate in internal training and professional development opportunities while contributing to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required or Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting
• CPA designation (or in progress), enrollment in or completion of CPA Canada's In-Depth Tax Program is considered an asset.
• 2+ years of progressive tax experience, preferably within a public accounting firm, professional services environment, or a large corporate tax function.
• Demonstrated experience managing client engagements and leading teams of tax professionals.
• Experience preparing corporate tax compliance and supporting tax consulting engagements.
• Strong technical tax research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret and apply tax legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, client-service environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience reviewing the work of junior team members or mentoring peers is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with tax software and technology tools.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with strong organizational, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to continue developing technical expertise and take on increasing responsibility in a client-focused environment.

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at HR@alvarezandmarsal.com and we would be pleased to assist you.

A&M is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process that meets our obligations under the Alberta Human Rights Act, the Alberta Employment Standards Code and any other applicable legislation. We strive to maintain a strong and dynamic workforce that fosters respect and inclusivity for applicants of all abilities. Should you have any accessibility need(s) and/or require accommodation during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at HR@alvarezandmarsal.com and we would be pleased to assist you.

New positions: This posting is for a newly created position.

The salary range is 104,000 - 140,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.  Please ask your recruiter for details.