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Michael Morrison joins RSM Canada as tax partner

May 07, 2020
May 07, 2020
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FleishmanHillard HighRoad for RSM Canada, fhr.rsm@FHhighroad.com, 416.508.8430
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RSM Canada, the leading global provider of audit, tax and consulting services focused on the middle market, today is pleased to announce Michael Morrison as its newest tax partner in Calgary.

An experienced taxation and accounting professional, Michael specializes in advising mid- to large-sized public and private businesses on various complex tax and business matters, including income tax compliance and planning, tax accounting and reporting, tax transaction support and Canadian tax implications of cross-border structures. In his most recent role, he was an integral part of a Big Four accounting firms’ global compliance and reporting team, working with the firm’s largest and most complex public clients and medium-to-large private clients.

“Michael brings more than 15 years of experience, a background in leading high-performing teams and a proven track record of delivering top-notch client service and results,” said Harry Blum, national managing partner with RSM Canada. “He’s well-respected in Calgary’s tax community and has the industry-specific knowledge and credentials that our clients are looking for.”

Maria Severino, RSM Canada’s national tax leader, added, “Michael’s deep capabilities in complex tax compliance and advisory services offers significant value to our clients as they manage the increasingly complex and evolving needs of their businesses. He brings tremendous experience across industries, consistently delivering for clients in oil and gas exploration and production, oil and gas services, technology, manufacturing and retail, among others.”

Active in the Calgary tax community, Michael maintains memberships with the Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta, the Canadian Petroleum Tax Society, the Canadian Tax Foundation, the Calgary Petroleum Club, and is a member of the Steering Committee for the Canadian Tax Foundation’s Young Tax Practitioners Group.

Michael is a CPA, CA, having earned his designation in 2009, and is a graduate of Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.


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