About DDL and Co

We are a skilled service Firm in downtown St. Catharines, offering a mix of full-service accounting and business support. Many of our clients are owner-managed companies across a wide variety of industries. Our focus on client service differentiates us and underlies what we do and how we do it: we treat our clients as friends whose success we are championing (and celebrating!). Check our website for more information about our services and current team members.

Working with DDL and Co

We encourage open doors, clear expectations, understanding different perspectives, informal conversation, room for life outside of work and a good sense of humour. The best way to understand our culture is to experience it—talk with us, speak with our team members or drop by for a visit.

We are looking for a Tax Manager to join our team. The role combines tax preparation and review, tax and estate planning, client relationships, workflow management and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and review corporate, personal, partnerships, foreign reporting requirements, terminal, estate and trust tax returns, along with related information returns.
- Prepare and review instruction letters for the execution of corporate reorganizations, estate & post-mortem tax planning, business succession planning, and the purchase & sale of a business.
- Assist in developing and implementing tax and estate planning strategies.
- Conducting tax research and interpreting tax legislation and proposed legislative changes to suggest proactive solutions to clients, Managers, and Partners.




- Support clients through CRA audits and correspond with the CRA on client-related issues.
- Train, mentor and support staff development, with opportunities to receive mentorship as well.
- Manage client relationships and communication between clients and our team.
- Participate in client meetings to discuss schedules, technical issues, and recommendations
- Participate in the management team, contributing ideas and helping implement plans to move the Firm forward.
- Manage workflow, file allocation and engagement timelines.
- Proactively managing billings and recoverability on tax engagements.

Qualifications and Skills

- CPA designation.
- Minimum 5 years of full time public accounting tax experience.
- Completed or currently enrolled in the CPA In-Depth Tax Program.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience is an asset.
- Familiarity with CaseWare, CaseView, Taxprep and a Tax Research software, ie, Answer Connect
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently, collaborate with others and manage a team effectively.
- Adaptability to new technologies and processes that improve efficiency and the client experience.





Hours and Compensation Minimum required annual hours are set by each department and may vary slightly based on calendar days. The minimum requirement is at least 1,964 annual hours, with overtime paid biweekly. A total of 2,080 hours is generally viewed as the standard benchmark, reflecting a 40-hour work week and common expectations across public accounting firms.

Benefits

- Comprehensive health and dental coverage.
- 3-4 weeks of vacation, depending on experience and 6 paid wellness days, prorated for the first year.
- 2% RRSP matching after probation.
- Paid professional development and membership fees.
- Potential annual discretionary bonus.
- Free on site parking

Location: St. Catharines, Ontario This role is based on-site. Some flexibility for hybrid work may be available once the successful candidate has learned our processes and become acclimated to the Firm. During tax season, work is primarily in the office.

How to Apply

We would love to hear from you. Please reply to this posting and tell us a bit more about yourself.

DDL & Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request throughout the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$130,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Experience:
- public accounting tax: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Chartered Professional Accountant designation (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Tax Manager - 5+ Years Public Accounting Experience Required (St. Catharines)
🏢 DiPaola Di Pietro u0026 Little Professional
📍 St. Catharines