Launch Your Journey with HW Partners
Are you a designated CPA with a passion for tax and a drive to lead? At HW Partners, we believe in empowering early-career tax professionals to grow, take ownership, and make a real impact. Join a collaborative, energetic team where your expertise in tax matters and your career can flourish.
Why HW Partners?
- Accelerated Growth:
Step into leadership with hands-on mentorship and dedicated professional development time. - Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy extended December leave, four-day work weeks in July and August, and flexible daily core hours. - Generous Benefits:
Three weeks’ starting vacation, paid sick and personal time, comprehensive group benefits (including dental and vision), and a business casual dress code. - Vibrant Culture:
Active social committee, frequent staff events, and a supportive, inclusive environment. - Community Focus:
Be part of a company that values community involvement and continuous learning.
Your Impact
As a Tax Team Lead, you will:
- Supervise and mentor staff accountants on tax compliance and advisory engagements.
- Act as the main point of contact between clients and your team.
- Take ownership of complex tax returns and research projects with growing independence.
- Develop tax engagement plans and budgets and monitor progress to ensure quality and timely delivery.
- Motivate and support your team’s career development.
- Identify tax planning opportunities and assist in delivering value-added advice to clients.
- Participate in internal committees and help implement firm initiatives.
- Lead pre-engagement planning and deliver presentations or training in your area of tax expertise.
What You Bring:
- CPA designation.
- Minimum two years’ experience in tax within a public practice environment.
- Strong communication and analytical skills.
- Experience with corporate and personal tax compliance, tax research, and an interest in tax planning and advisory.
- Enrolled in the CPA In‑Depth Tax Course (Parts I, II, and III), with progress towards completion considered an asset.
- Eagerness to learn, seek feedback, and take on new challenges.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Enthusiasm for tax, public accounting, and team leadership.
- Bilingualism in English and French is an asset.
Ready to Lead in Tax?
If you’re passionate about tax, excited to lead, and ready to grow your career with us, we want to hear from you! Please email your cover letter and CV to Krista MacDonald, Director of People & Talent.
HW Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please let us know.
Skills Required
- CPA designation
- Minimum two years of tax experience in a public practice environment
- Experience with corporate and personal tax compliance
- Experience with tax research
- Strong communication skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
- Enrollment in the CPA In-Depth Tax Course, Parts I, II, and III
- Progress toward completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Course
- Bilingualism in English and French
What We Do
HW Partners is an Ottawa-based chartered professional accounting firm serving entrepreneurs, families, businesses, and non-profits. It helps clients navigate business and personal financial needs through accounting and tax advice, financial planning, accounting, assurance, and advisory services. Its approach pairs technical expertise with responsive, relationship-centered guidance, helping clients understand complex decisions, plan for growth, and manage their finances with greater confidence.
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