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Careers and Culture at Henderson Partners

At Henderson Partners, our commitment to fostering talent, nurturing our culture, and celebrating achievements is at the heart of who we are. We believe that investing in our team members’ personal and professional growth is essential for their fulfillment and the long-term success of our company.

Learning, training, and development play a central role in our culture. We provide various opportunities for our employees to enhance their skills and knowledge through workshops, seminars, courses, and specialized training programs. We encourage continuous learning and support individuals in pursuing certifications and professional designations relevant to their roles. By fostering a culture of growth and development, we empower our team members to reach their full potential.

We are a team that works hard but also plays hard and finds time to have fun. We understand the importance of a good work life balance.

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Current Openings

Even if we don’t currently have a specific position open, we’re always on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our team. Send your resume to info@hendersonpartnersllp.ca and take the first step toward an exciting future with us.

Senior Canadian Tax Manager, CPA

We are a leading firm of chartered accountants and professional advisors serving entrepreneurial people and organizations. We are proud of our recent recognition as a Best Workplace for Women, a Best Workplace Managed By Women as well as being Great Place to Work certified. We offer a broad range of professional services all designed to accomplish one goal: to help our clients pursue opportunities, navigate challenges, create value and leave a meaningful legacy.

We strive to help everyone on our team achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development.

The Senior Canadian Tax Manager will work directly with the Tax Group leaders and assist with managing the tax practice of the firm. This includes responsibility for identifying and implementing tax planning opportunities and tax compliance reviews, concentrating on domestic tax for a variety of clients including individuals, partnerships, trusts, estates and small and medium sized CCPC corporate clients. The role involves collaborating with the US tax group on cross border tax planning. In addition, the role is responsible for developing the tax team’s capabilities and managing the day-to-day activities of the group.

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Offer tax compliance services and work closely with Partners and Principals to provide innovative tax planning ideas to a variety of clients
  • Tax lead on small and medium sized client engagements
  • Pro-actively co-ordinate with the US Tax Team when US tax filings are required
  • Develop an understanding of the client’s business as it relates to a particular area or assignment.
  • Plan and organize the tax team as required for preparation of tax returns, and conduct, document and present tax research
  • Research tax issues and present conclusions to the shareholder or manager
  • Provide daily guidance and coaching, and develop the tax knowledge of more junior tax team members
  • Be a member of the full-service team to meet the operational tax needs of our clients
  • Provide timely, high quality, exceptional service to our clients

Education and Professional Skills Requirements:

  • Over 10 years’ experience in public accounting practice with a specialization in tax, preparing and reviewing personal, corporate and trust returns, estate tax planning, corporate reorganizations and dispute resolution
  • Demonstrated understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts and effective application of tax knowledge to client situations
  • Professional Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, CGA)
  • Completion of CICA Tax In Depth courses – Parts I, II and III
  • Minimum 7 years of recent experience in public accounting at the manager level specializing in domestic tax compliance and planning
  • Proficient in the use of Taxprep, CCH (tax research), Caseware and Caseware Time, MS Office
  • Knowledge or experience with US Tax compliance is an asset
  • Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills
  • Highly responsive to client needs, and able to develop and maintain effective client working relationships
  • Proven ability to collaborate with firm client services teams
  • Demonstrated enthusiasm for work
  • Proven strong project management and organizational skills
  • Proven ability to work with and meet tight deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail

To apply for this opportunity, please follow this link to the job posting on Indeed and follow the application instructions.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

US Corporate Tax Manager

Are you seeking a workplace that values your personal and professional growth while challenging and rewarding you? Join our leading firm of CPA’s and Advisors based in Oakville as a US Corporate Tax Manager.

Our award-winning culture focuses on supporting and nurturing employees’ well-being, creativity, and career growth. We provide continuous opportunities for our team to participate in community initiatives, book clubs, professional development programs, and much more. We are proud to be Great Place to Work Certified and recognized as a Top Place to Work for Women. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a hybrid work environment.

We are currently seeking a qualified US Corporate Tax Manager with a minimum of 5 years post certification public practice experience to join our Oakville based practice.

If you are a self-starter with strong attention to detail, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, we invite you to join our team. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Plan, supervise, and execute engagements and client projects in line with professional standards and Firm policies.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor, actively involved in clients’ decision-making processes.
  • Prepare and review corporate tax filings, including related tax planning.
  • Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-focused environment.
  • Conduct research on technical matters related to client situations.

Specific Skills:

  • Comprehensive understanding of US corporate federal and state tax rules specifically related to the preparation of Forms 1120 and 1120F including consolidated tax return filings
  • Understanding of international tax reporting forms such as 5472, 5471, 8865, 8858, 8992, 8993
  • Understanding of IRS rules relating to Controlled Foreign Corporation; Subpart F, GILTI rules and Section 956 rules, section 382, check the box planning
  • Comprehensive understanding of the Canada-US tax treaty provisions as they relate to permanent establishment and business profits analysis.
  • Understanding of State Nexus Rules, Unitary taxation, Public Law 86-272 and impact of Wayfair case
  • Solid accounting understanding of Accounting for Income Taxes (e.g., tax provisions)
  • Good knowledge of US partnership rules and preparation of Form 1065, K-1s

Professional & Experience Skills Requirements:

  • CPA designation required.
  • Masters in US Tax preferred but not essential.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience specializing in tax compliance and planning.
  • Proficiency in reviewing corporation, and partnership returns
  • Excellent client service skills.
  • Proficient in CCH Axcess, BNA tax research software, CaseWare, Xero Practice Management, and MS Office.
  • Dedicated to delivering quality service and value to clients.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proven people management and leadership skills.
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong business relationships.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Able to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Strong attention to detail.

To apply for this opportunity, please follow this link to the job posting on Indeed and follow the application instructions.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Administrative Assistant (6 Month Contract)

Are you seeking a workplace that values your personal and professional growth while challenging and rewarding you? Join our leading firm of CPAs and Advisors based in Oakville as an Administrative Assistant on a 6 month contract.

The Administrative Assistant will play a key role in supporting our Executive Assistants and operations team by handling day-to-day administrative functions, maintaining organized filing systems, and assisting with special projects that improve efficiency across the firm.

Our award-winning culture focuses on supporting and nurturing employees’ well-being, creativity, and career growth. We provide continuous opportunities for our team to participate in community initiatives, book clubs, professional development programs, and much more. We are proud to be Great Place to Work Certified and recognized as a Top Place to Work for Women. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a hybrid work environment.

If you are detail-oriented, organized, and eager to support a dynamic professional team, we invite you to apply.

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Roles & Responsibilities:

Office & Filing Support

  • Maintain digital and electronic filing systems, ensuring documents follow correct naming protocols and can be retrieved efficiently.
  • Support ongoing process improvements for document management and office organization.
  • Help coordinate couriers, mail, and deliveries when required.

Administrative Support

  • Provide general administrative support to Executive Assistants and the Director of Operations & Human Resources.
  • Assist with preparing documents, and tracking tasks or deadlines.
  • Help prepare and edit reports, presentations, and other professional materials.
  • Assist with special projects, including office initiatives and workflow improvements.

Project & Team Support

  • Contribute to the successful execution of firm-wide initiatives by supporting project tasks, follow-ups, and documentation.
  • Provide back-up support for reception as needed, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment for visitors.

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of experience in an administrative or office support role.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a willingness to learn.
  • Experience in a professional services firm is an asset but not required.

Core Competencies

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Professional, approachable, and service-oriented.
  • Team player with a focus on collaboration and support.

To apply for this opportunity, please follow this link to the job posting on Indeed and follow the application instructions.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.