Sr. Tax Consultant

1112532
  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    Toronto
  • Profession

    Office Professionals
  • Industry

    Energy, Utilities & Mining
  • Pay

    102-108k
  • Closing date

    21 Jun 2024

Now hiring a permanent Senior Tax Consultant in Toronto, ON!

Role: Senior Tax Consultant
Location: Toronto (2x on-site)
Duration: permanent
Salary: 102-108k

Your new company
Our client, a major utilities company, is hiring a Senior Tax Consultant to join their team. The Senior Tax Consultant will be responsible for assisting the Manager, Corporate Tax in the effective and efficient administration of the corporation and its affiliates corporate income tax obligations; including but not limited to Federal and Provincial Corporate income tax, payroll tax, and other taxes as the need arises - with a focus on tax accounting, reporting, compliance, planning and research.

Your new role
  • Preparation of quarterly and annual financial statement tax provisions and related disclosures.
  • Analysis and preparation of tax account balances, reconciliations and journal entries.
  • Assistance with tax forecasts and planning, research and analysis of strategic initiatives, changes in legislation and industry trends.
  • Completion and filing of corporate income tax returns and related working papers.
  • First point of contact with internal stakeholders and business units, internal and external auditors, and consultants for tax related queries.
  • Assistance with government tax audits through the preparation of all necessary documentation and correspondence.
  • Preparation and the assistance with delivering presentations to various business units and internal stakeholders.
  • Compliance with the Corporation’s internal control framework and ensuring control narratives are updated on a regular basis.

What you need to succeed
  • Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.
  • Fully designated Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Canada.
  • Five (5) or more years of progressive professional level accounting and tax experience at a public accounting firm or large corporation.
  • Completion of CPA Canada In Depth Tax course or Mtax program desirable.
  • Knowledge and experience in tax compliance, planning and reporting obtained by working in public accounting and/or large corporation.
  • Strong analytical thinker and above average problem-solving skills to be able to deal with complex accounting and tax issues in a time-sensitive and dynamic environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas to people at all levels of the organization.
  • Knowledge of accounting standards/policy under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS); specifically related to taxation.
  • Working experience with complex Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, data analysis and reporting tools. Database/data management concepts specifically as it relates to Systems Applications and Products (SAP) financial systems.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint and Word.

What you get in return
  • New Connections: Our detailed onboarding program ensures you’ll build meaningful relationships right from the start.
  • Professional Development: We’re committed to your growth. Expect opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement.
  • Performance-Based Compensation: We recognize and reward your hard work with competitive compensation.
  • Community Involvement: Be part of something bigger! We’re deeply engaged in the Toronto community.
  • Sustainability Focus: Join us in promoting sustainability and energy conservation efforts.
  • Innovation: Dive into energy storage projects and contribute to shaping the future of our industry.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV at ivana.draganjac@hays.com. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Talk to Adrianna Sosnowska, the specialist consultant managing this position

Located in Toronto (EN), 8 King Street East, 20th FloorTelephone:  905-889-4261