Tax Attorney Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

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• Lead small- and medium-sized client engagements, ensuring high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction
• Manage Canadian and U.S. personal tax compliance, including tax returns, tax projections, tax equalizations, tax briefings, and cross-border (shadow) payroll matters
• Oversee international assignment programs and manage all aspects of client engagements from planning through delivery
• Collaborate with Partners, the Executive Director, and Senior Managers on complex tax compliance engagements
• Review the work of junior team members for accuracy, completeness, and technical quality
• Mentor and develop staff through ongoing coaching, guidance, and performance support
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding client business needs and providing practical tax solutions
• Contribute to proposals and collaborate with colleagues across offices on global client engagements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in public accounting, with a focus on Canadian and U.S. personal tax compliance and/or Canada–U.S. cross-border payroll matters
• Enrollment in or completion of a CPA designation in Canada or the United States
• Progress toward obtaining the U.S. Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is considered an asset
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian and U.S. personal tax compliance requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver high-quality results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and colleagues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant technology tools
• Demonstrated leadership, client relationship management, and business development capabilities in a professional services environment

The person in this role will be responsible for supervising employees in Quebec, with frequent communication outside Quebec. This person will need to understand and interpret communication in English from other countries and government entities.

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Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

AI Usage

Weembrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in public accounting, with a focus on Canadian and U.S. personal tax compliance and/or Canada–U.S. cross-border payroll matters
• Enrollment in or completion of a CPA designation in Canada or the United States
• Progress toward obtaining the U.S. Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is considered an asset
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian and U.S. personal tax compliance requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements, prioritize competing deadlines, and deliver high-quality results
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients and colleagues
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant technology tools
• Demonstrated leadership, client relationship management, and business development capabilities in a professional services environment

The person in this role will be responsible for supervising employees in Quebec, with frequent communication outside Quebec. This person will need to understand and interpret communication in English from other countries and government entities.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best