Senior Tax Manager, Canada Sales Tax

This is a hybrid position with a mix of in office and work from home.

Why are long tenures and low turnover rates the norm at DMA? When you are an employee-owned company, you are all about your employees, and here is proof:

• Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins day one of employment. ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation.
• Generous PTO package plus 1 paid floating holiday and 1 day of paid volunteer time off.
• Leadership team invested in the development, success, and happiness of our employees.
• "Live and work like a DMA Employee-Owner”: We focus on work/life balance, mental health, and the overall wellness of our employees.

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Manager conducts Canada Sales Tax (GST/HST/QST/PST) reviews for DMA clients and provides other Federal and Provincial tax consulting services. Participates in business development efforts and has account management responsibility for assigned clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews client records for Canada sales tax refund potential, credits, deficiency assessments, and procedural recommendations
• Prepares written reports supporting DMA’s position for Federal/Provincial taxing authorities; reviews and submits periodic status reports to clients; prepares Letters of Findings for clients
• Works with Federal/Provincial tax officials to achieve maximum tax savings
• Participates in business development efforts
• Responsible for client account management on assigned clients
• Updates work-in-process reports
• Represents clients during audits and in hearings with Federal/Provincial taxing authorities
• Conducts on-site inspection of client plants and operations
• Manages, coordinates, and reviews activities of team members
• Maintains excellent knowledge of Federal/Provincial tax laws, regulations, and court decisions
• Researches complex tax issues
• Assist business development team in scoping and developing customized solutions for new and prospective clients

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field required
• CPA (CGA, CMA, CA) designation preferred
• 7-10 years’ professional experience preferably in accounting or tax
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Canadian Indirect Tax (GST/HST/QST/PST) preferably
• Experience researching tax questions and issues
• Demonstrated problem solving skills; intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain exceptional attention to detail
• Travel as required (between 25-50%, approximately)