Tax, Accounting and Business Advisory Manager

Zeifmans is a tax, accounting and consulting firm that understands clients’ needs and the full range of solutions available. We work within the rules to make the rules work for our clients. We give straightforward, intelligent advice that consistently add to our clients’ bottom lines.

We are currently looking for a Tax, Accounting and Business Advisory Manager. The ideal candidate would be a well-rounded tax and accounting professional who combines strong technical expertise with a genuine business advisory mindset. They understand that their role extends beyond compliance work and are able to see the bigger picture—understanding a client’s objectives, identifying opportunities and risks, and providing practical, commercially sound advice that helps clients make informed business decisions.

As a trusted advisor and relationship manager, this candidate would lead a high-performing team, build strong client relationships and become a valued resource whom clients seek out when faced with important business decisions. They are motivated to build and grow a practice, rather than just manage one. Working closely with a Partner, they will gain exposure to broader client, business development and firm management responsibilities, providing an opportunity to develop the skills and experience required for future senior leadership.

The ideal candidate would have a strong understanding of the business and economic drivers of a professional services firm.

They are proactive, commercially minded and committed to identifying opportunities to grow, improve and strengthen the firm. They would take an entrepreneurial approach to their role and look for ways to contribute to the success of the firm, its clients and its people.

• Act as a trusted advisor to owner-managed businesses, providing accounting, tax, and business advice.
• Lead and review complex Canadian corporate tax compliance, including T2, T106, T1134, T3, tax provisions, and related filings.
• Identify and implement tax planning and tax-efficient strategies, including corporate reorganizations, M&A, compensation strategies, surplus calculations, foreign tax credits, and withholding tax.
• Advise on international, cross-border, and offshore tax matters, as well as CRA audits, assessments, objections, and other tax issues.
• Analyze complex tax matters and provide practical recommendations aligned with clients’ business objectives.
• Maintain current knowledge of Canadian tax legislation, CRA policies, and applicable accounting and tax standards.

• Manage complex accounting and tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and review engagement planning documents in accordance with the Firm’s risk-based approach.
• Coordinate client information, delegate work, and supervise staff throughout engagements.
• Review working papers, financial statements, tax returns, and other client deliverables; resolve outstanding issues and elevate significant matters and recommendations to the Partner.
• Manage multiple engagements and competing deadlines while maintaining strong organization and file management.

• Lead, mentor, and coach professional staff, providing guidance, constructive feedback, and support for ongoing career development.
• Foster a collaborative and professional team environment that supports employee development and high-quality client service.
• Delegate sections of the file to staff members based on their knowledge, experience and ongoing professional development needs.
• Supervise and train staff throughout engagements, providing guidance, direction, and constructive feedback on their work.
• Advise Partner of any…