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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.

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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.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- 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

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Qualifications:

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- 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
- Solid 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

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Why Join:

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- 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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📌 Director of Tax (Mercier)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Mercier