TAX PARTNER – OTTAWA

Location: Ottawa, ON
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: $145,000–$160,000 yearly
Work Model: Hybrid (3-4days in office)

About the Role

Our client, a well-established public accounting firm in Ottawa, is seeking an experienced Tax Partner to join their leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior tax professional with deep public practice experience to lead complex advisory engagements, oversee advanced tax planning, and manage a diverse portfolio of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and owner-managed businesses.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, excellent client relationship skills, and the ability to mentor and support a growing tax team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead advanced tax planning engagements, including reorganizations, estate and succession planning, corporate structuring, and complex advisory mandates.

• Oversee and review complex corporate, personal, and trust tax engagements.

• Manage an established portfolio of clients and serve as their primary tax advisor.

• Guide on tax implications for business transactions and corporate decisions.

• Support firm leadership with strategic planning and overall tax practice growth.

• Mentor and develop tax staff, including managers, seniors, and junior team members.

• Collaborate with partners across service lines to deliver integrated client solutions.

• Maintain in-depth knowledge of Canadian tax legislation and communicate updates to clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.

• 10–13+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.

• Completion of CPA In-Depth Tax (Level I–III) or equivalent advanced tax training.

• Demonstrated experience with reorganizations, estate planning, and complex tax advisory work.

• Proven ability to manage client relationships at a senior level.

• Strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.

• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and support tax staff.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.