Director, Tax

Robert Half View all jobs

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
Job Description:Our client, a Toronto-based private investment platform operating in a family office-style structure, is seeking a Senior Manager or Director of Tax to join their growing team, depending on experience level. This is a senior, high-impact role reporting directly to the CFO, with broad exposure across a diverse investment portfolio spanning real estate, private equity, and capital markets.This position will play a critical role in shaping and executing the firm's tax strategy, ensuring compliance across complex structures, and acting as a key advisor on transactions and investment decisions.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead all aspects of tax planning, structuring, and compliance across a multi-entity investment platform
  • Provide tax advisory support on acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions, including structuring for tax efficiency
  • Oversee corporate, partnership, and trust tax filings, working closely with external advisors where applicable
  • Manage and optimize legal entity structures across domestic and cross-border investments
  • Partner with the CFO and senior leadership on strategic tax initiatives and risk management
  • Review and enhance internal processes related to tax reporting, provisions, and documentation
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external tax advisors, auditors, and regulatory authorities
  • Mentor and provide oversight to junior team members as the function grows
Requirements:Qualifications:
  • CPA designation required; completion of the In-Depth Tax Program or equivalent strongly preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive tax experience, ideally beginning in Big 4 / Big 6 public accounting
  • Experience supporting private investment firms, real estate platforms, or complex multi-entity structures
  • Strong technical expertise in Canadian tax, with exposure to cross-border and international tax considerations
  • Proven ability to advise on transaction structuring and tax-efficient investment strategies
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage directly with senior stakeholders
Why Join:
  • Opportunity to operate as a senior tax leader within a lean, high-performing team
  • Direct exposure to investment decision-making and deal activity
  • Broad, hands-on role with significant autonomy and visibility
  • Competitive compensation aligned with senior-level impact

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