Tax Senior Manager - International Business

  • Calgary
  • Rsm Canada Llp

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

This national capability focuses on serving US and foreign multi-national business’ US international tax advisory and compliance needs in coordination with foreign tax advisors and applicable laws.  This includes advising businesses on the application of US and foreign tax law to a business and how that impacts their choices and decisions to structure their legal entities, transactions and operations.  It also includes the compliance to accurately report and administer their global tax obligations. 

RSM Canada is looking for an International Tax Senior Manager to join our expanding tax practice. This role provides an opportunity to join a specialty area within the firm's rapidly expanding Canadian tax practice, focused on our inbound and outbound internationally active clients. As a Tax Senior Manager, you will use your expertise to provide international tax consulting and compliance services to entities with foreign investors and cross border investments. You will also help lead our growth, seize new business opportunities and work closely with the Partners.

Candidates must be curious, critical thinking and have the desire to solve complex cross border problems for our internationally focused clients. As you grow, you will develop the analytical skills necessary for the effective diagnosis, development and implementation of solutions to clients' tax needs. With RSM, you will have the opportunity to develop and pursue creative approaches to resolve client issues. Responsibilities include:

  • Owning and driving the success of multiple engagements across different jurisdictions in a dynamic work environment
  • Demonstrate a strong desire to learn the Income Tax Act, Regulations, rulings and case law and how to apply this understanding to complex cross border tax situations
  • Provide mentorship, detailed reviews and training of staff
  • Stays alert to client needs that may result in growth opportunities for the firm and communicated to client service coordinator
  • Working with your RSM colleagues across different jurisdictions
  • Promoting new ideas, business and tax solutions that result in extended services to existing clients
  • Developing an understanding of our client's business or family structure and investments, and becoming a "functional cross border tax expert"

Basic Qualifications:

  • Dynamic problem solver, solid work ethic and strong project management skills
  • 8+ years public accounting experience working for a Big 4 or large national, regional or local accounting firm
  • CPA designation or JD

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters of Taxation, Law Degree or Enrolled in CPA Canada In Depth Tax Program
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information and the interpretation of tax laws
  • Strong project management skillset that can be demonstrated in fast moving, complex cross border engagements
  • Candidates can reside in Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton or Red Deer. Some travel may be required through Alberta.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.   

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $110,500 - $188,000

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.