Senior Tax Associate
Location: North York, hybrid - 3 days in office
Job type: Full time, replacement
Industry: Professional Services (audit, tax, advisory)
Segal GCSE LLP is a rapidly growing mid-size accounting, tax and business advisory firm situated in midtown Toronto. Segal GCSE is committed to growth by investing in our team, providing continuous learning and a positive, supportive work environment, with a focus on providing best in class client service.
The role
As a member of our Tax Team, you will advise our clients on corporate and personal tax planning, deferral strategies, financing structures, employee compensation, owner-managed remuneration or a range of other complex tax issues. You will have the opportunity to resolve client issues directly with the client, the CRA and other government or regulatory agencies.
What you will do
- Work with partners and the tax team on client engagements and deliverables, and practice development initiatives.
- Support Partners, Principals and Managers in all aspects of personal and corporate tax initiatives
- Prepare notices of objection for corporate and personal clients and negotiate the same with the Appeals Division.
- Prepare/review complex tax returns (T1, T2, and T3 returns) and tax elections as required.
- Mentor, train, and delegate work to junior team members in the Tax team.
- Research tax issues
- Prepare calculations to support tax analysis
What You Bring
- CPA designation; ideally enrolment in, the CICA In-Depth or M. Tax.
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- Ability to prepare effective research and planning memos independently and as part of a team.
- Tax experience working with owner-managed clients. This would include experience in preparing T1, T2, T3 and T5013 tax returns. Experience with T4, T5 and NR slip preparation.
- Experience with Non-Resident filing requirements in Canada would be an asset.
- Excellent understanding of basic tax concepts and files.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
- Team player with a positive ‘can do’ approach.
- Creative problem-solving ability.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Working proficiency in Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, is essential.
- Be organized and able to meet multiple project deadlines while being detail oriented.
- Strong commitment to professional client service excellence
Why Join Us
Total Rewards
- The annual salary range of $58,000 - $80,000. CDN, based on skills, experience, and education. We benchmark regularly to ensure fair, competitive pay and recognize individual contribution. This includes bonus, health and fitness spending, referral programs, flexible work arrangements, hybrid structure, and firm paid benefits. Time off includes personal days, sick days, vacation, Firm paid SOAR (Switch Off and Relax) days and extended holiday closures.
Giving Back
- Segal supports community involvement through events through our Giving Beyond Today program our annual paid volunteer day.
Life at Segal
- We believe work should be engaging, supportive and a little fun. Segal team members enjoy firm-wide special events, catered lunched, on-site games (PS5, pool table, foosball), team BINGO, dedicated mediation room, regular event draws, free ROM and AGO tickets, and fun activities through-out the year.
Learning & Development
- We invest in continuous learning through training, coaching, professional development and CPA PERT support
CFE Success Program
- CFE writers receive paid study leave, paid, exam days, financial support, and mentorship to help them succeed.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
- We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves. We foster an inclusive culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and we strive to ensure equity and fairness in all aspects of employment— from hiring practices to professional development opportunities.
If you require an accommodation, as a part of the recruitment process, please contact us directly at
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This position represents a significant opportunity for those looking to advance their career by playing a major role in a growing organization, and who have the curiosity and interest in exposure to a broad range of clients, industries, and assignments.
