The posting
Overview
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.
Our Asset Management Tax practice continues to grow, creating an opportunity to join a specialized team serving Canadian and cross‑border investment fund clients. As a Tax Manager, you will lead complex engagements across the investment fund tax life cycle, work directly with sophisticated clients, and leverage technology‑enabled platforms to deliver high‑quality compliance and reporting services. This role offers meaningful leadership responsibility, client exposure, and the opportunity to develop and mentor high‑performing teams in a dynamic and regulated environment.
What you will do
- Lead large and complex asset management and investment fund tax engagements
- Review work prepared by junior professionals to ensure technical accuracy, quality, and completeness
- Provide ongoing technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to support team development
- Leverage proprietary, technology‑enabled platforms to deliver operational and regulatory tax reporting, including Canadian fund distributions, annual compliance, and U.S. PFIC reporting
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through direct interaction and trusted‑advisor engagement
- Manage engagement planning, resourcing, and delivery across mandates spanning the investment fund tax life cycle
What you bring to the role
- CPA designation required; enrollment in the CPA Canada In‑Depth Tax Program considered an asset
- Minimum four years of experience in public accounting tax, the fund industry, or a related field
- Strong understanding of, or demonstrated interest in, taxation within the asset management industry
- Experience implementing processes and procedures that drive efficiency and consistency
- Proven leadership capability, including experience coaching and developing junior professionals
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
- Ability to manage competing priorities while anticipating risks and practical solutions
KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $95,000 to $143,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
AI Usage
We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.
We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.
