Tax Manager

Spira Equity Partners ("Spira") is a real estate private equity firm focused on creating lasting social impact through investments in affordable multifamily housing. The firm manages multiple private funds across core and opportunistic strategies, with a portfolio of over 4,000 units and total assets under management of over US $880 million.

Spira operates with an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture. Individuals are given meaningful responsibility and are expected to take initiative, think critically, and contribute across functions. We value curiosity, accountability, and teamwork, and foster an environment where people can take on challenging work and make a tangible impact.

Reporting to the Senior Tax Manager and working closely with the Senior Vice President of Tax, the Tax Manager will support the firm's Canadian and US corporate and fund tax compliance. This is a hands‑on role, well suited to a detail‑oriented tax professional looking to build a strong foundation in cross‑border corporate and fund tax compliance within a fast‑paced private equity environment.

In this capacity, they’ll execute on day‑to‑day compliance activities, contribute to process improvements, and support special projects as Spira's tax function continues to grow.

• Drive the end‑to‑end Canadian and US tax compliance function, including preparation and review of federal, state/provincial, and other required corporate tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission
• Prepare and maintain complex year‑end tax working papers to support Canadian and US tax compliance filings
• Prepare periodic and year‑end tax provisions and journal entries, including tax account reconciliations, true‑up adjustments, and installment calculations
• Provide tax information and calculations to support Finance with financial statement disclosures
• Draft initial responses to Canadian, US, and other tax authority queries, as well as liaise with the tax authorities related to their audit/review requests

• Identify and implement process and technology‑driven improvements across tax procedures, including leveraging AI and automation tools to streamline calculations, research, and working papers provided to service providers, reducing revisions and turnaround time
• Research, analyze, and document emerging tax issues, support tax advisory projects, and monitor relevant Canadian, US, and other legislative/regulatory developments
• Support investor relations by translating complex fund tax positions into clear, investor‑relevant answers
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to streamline and understand broader business processes

• CPA designation is required
• Minimum of 4 years of Canadian, US, or cross‑border corporate tax experience
• Exposure to tax compliance in private equity, fund management, and/or real estate considered an asset or previous experience at Big Four
• Solid understanding of tax accounting entries, reconciliations, and tax account maintenance
• Proven analytical and research skills, with the ability to identify and help resolve tax issues
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information and concepts to diverse audiences
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and a demanding workload
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and eager to grow as a tax professional
• Proficiency in Excel

At Spira, we invest in our people as much as we invest in our assets. This role offers a tax professional the opportunity to take the next step in their career, with close mentorship from the Senior Tax Manager and SVP of Tax, and meaningful development within a tax function at a pivotal stage of the firm's growth. You will work in an environment that values initiative, collaboration, and continuous learning.

We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, a performance‑based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, extended health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), and RRSP employer contributions.

Interested applicants should forward one PDF file containing their resume and cover letter to:  and include "Tax Manager - Vancouver" in the subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.