Senior Associate - International Tax

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RSM Canada is looking for Senior Associate to join our growing International 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 Senior Associate, you will develop and use your expertise within a supportive team, to provide international tax consulting and compliance services to Canadian entities operating outside of Canada and foreign entities operating or investing within. You will also help lead our growth, seize new business opportunities and work closely with the managers and partners across Canada on a daily basis.   

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 as well as expand your own career and technical growth.

Preferred candidates would be located in Calgary, however other locations in Canada would be considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Respond in a curious manner to feedback from team members and use these opportunities to learn and enhance your technical skills
• Dedicate time learning tax software, business processes, research skills, technical expertise, planning and project management  
• Stay alert to client needs that may result in growth opportunities for the firm and communicate to Managers and Partners
• Working with your RSM colleagues across different jurisdictions and specialty groups as well as in office as part of the team on a flexible basis
• Develop an understanding of client business, family structure and investments, and work towards becoming a “functional cross border tax expert”
• Become the preferred point of contact for clients and project manage engagements to ensure timely delivery of quality deliverables

Required Qualifications:

• Dynamic problem solver, solid work ethic and strong project management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information including the interpretation of tax laws
• 2+ years tax experience working in public practice or industry specifically in Canadian tax. A successful candidate will have a broad experience with domestic Canadian tax compliance including exposure to the preparation of some or all of the basic Canadian filings, including: T1, T2, T3, and T5013 returns
• Experience with the preparation of T2062’s filings, T1134 information returns, Surplus and FAPI calculations, as well as some preliminary research and memo writing experience is considered and asset.
• CPA designation completed or in progress
• Willingness to complete the CPA In-Depth Tax program following completion of the CPA program

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 https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

RSM 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.   

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

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: $67,000 - $107,000

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