Aprio Canada - National Tax Office Leader, Senior Tax Director

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Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
Work from: 
Canada

Offer summary

Qualifications:

CPA, CA designation or equivalent., Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Canadian tax., Deep expertise in corporate tax, international tax, and tax policy., Leadership experience with proven ability to influence at the executive level..

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the development of tax technical positions and policy interpretations.
  • Build and mentor a team of Canadian tax experts across multiple areas.
  • Represent the firm in national and international tax policy forums.
  • Support client service teams with high-level technical advice and strategic tax planning.

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Job description

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Business Operations team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities.  Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Senior Tax Director to join their dynamic team.

We are seeking a visionary and strategic leader to head our Canada National Tax Office (NTO). This role is pivotal in laying the foundation and shaping the firm’s national tax policy, generating Federal and Provincial tax thought-leadership, and ensuring technical excellence across all tax practices. The ideal candidate will be a recognized tax expert with deep knowledge of Canadian tax legislation, regulatory frameworks, and industry trends.

Strategic Leadership:
  • Define and execute the strategic vision for the National Tax Office (NTO) in alignment with the firm’s national and global tax objectives.
  • Serve as a key member of the national tax leadership team, contributing to firm-wide strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Build a team of Canada tax expertise across multiple tax technical areas for Federal and Provincial matters.
  • Represent the firm in national and international tax policy forums, industry associations, and regulatory consultations.

    • Technical Excellence & Policy Development:
  • Lead the development of tax technical positions and policy interpretations on complex and emerging tax issues.
  • Oversee the creation and dissemination of technical publications, alerts, and thought leadership to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Monitor and analyze legislative and regulatory developments, providing timely guidance and strategic insights to clients and internal teams.
  • Be a resource to generate standardized tools and templates relating to tax technical issues.

    • Quality, Risk & Compliance:
  • Ensure consistent application of tax quality standards and risk management protocols across all service lines.
  • Collaborate with internal audit, legal, and compliance teams to manage tax-related risks and uphold regulatory obligations.
  • Lead internal reviews and support external inspections or regulatory inquiries as needed.

    • Talent Development & Knowledge Sharing:
  • Mentor and develop high-potential tax professionals, fostering a pipeline of future leaders.
  • Lead national training initiatives and technical upskilling programs for tax professionals through existing programs for In-Depth Tax Program and other third parties.
  • Promote a collaborative knowledge-sharing environment across service lines and regions which include other firms in the Aprio Professional Services+ practice.

    • Client & Market Engagement:
  • Support client service teams with high-level technical advice and strategic tax planning insights from existing and new developments in law, regulations and court cases.
  • Participate in key client engagements, offering thought leadership and technical depth.
  • Contribute to business development efforts by identifying emerging tax trends and market opportunities to enable go to market teams to collaborate with clients and prospects.

    • Collaboration & Influence:
  • Build strong relationships with partners, practice leaders, and external stakeholders including government agencies, industry groups, and academia.
  • Act as a liaison between the Canadian tax practice and global tax leadership to align on cross-border initiatives and global tax policy.

    • Qualifications:
  • CPA, CA designation (or equivalent); Master’s in Taxation or LLM (Tax) preferred
  • Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Canadian tax, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
  • Deep expertise in corporate tax, international tax, and tax policy
  • Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and influence at the executive level
  • Strong communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skills
    • Why work for Aprio:
    Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.
     
    What’s in it for you:
    - Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what's next.
    - An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience.  We call it the Aprio Way.  This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.
    - A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring, and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.
    - Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.
    - Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation.


    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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    Experience

    Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
    Spoken language(s):
    English
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    Hard Skills

    Tax LawsCorporate TaxInternational TaxationTax PolicyRisk ManagementCustomer EngagementTalent DevelopmentThought LeadershipFunctional ExcellenceRegulatory Compliance

    Other Skills

    • Strategic Planning
    • Analytical Thinking
    • Strategic Thinking
    • Collaboration
    • Communication
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