Indirect Tax Manager - Burlington, Canada - The Co-operators

The Co-operators

Verified Company

Burlington, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Position Overview:

Company:

CGL

Number of Positions: 1

Language:
This role operates in English.

Work Model:
Hybrid

Alternate Title:
n/a

Additional Information:

You are required to work from our Burlington office at least one per week.

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy.

That's why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose.

The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients, and our communities.

Our national Finance team aspires to create, enhance, and protect value for our organization and its stakeholders. Our knowledgeable team educates and influences the organization to make well-informed, risk-based decisions.

We think innovatively and strategically to solve business problems and strive to move our business forward with practical, integrated processes and tools that ensure organizational success.

As the Indirect Tax Manager you will deliver premium and indirect tax compliance services, planning and audit support, research and communication and advisory services for the organization.

You will lead taxation initiatives and identify and implement process improvements for the tax filing compliance process.

As the Indirect Tax Manager, you will deliver premium and indirect tax compliance services, planning and audit support, research and communication and advisory services for the organization.

You will lead taxation initiatives and identify and implement process improvements for the tax filing compliance process.

How you will create impact:

Reviewing payment, reconciliation, journal entry, tax and election filings for federal and provincial premium and sales tax returns.
Staying abreast of emerging tax legislations, accounting standards and internal process changes in order to adapt processes and accurately respond to client inquiries.
Supporting federal and provincial premium and sales tax audits by ensuring all queries are responded to and audits are completed within established timeframes.
Monitoring consolidated indirect tax expense, contrasting variances between the results and budget and developing insightful metrics to identify cost saving opportunities.
Implementing changes to tax compliance processes, identifying taxation issues, presenting recommended solutions and implementing changes to establish process efficiencies.

How you will succeed:

You have an innovative mindset to improve operational efficiencies and ability to influence change, with a primary focus on client needs.
You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.
You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.
You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.

To join our team:

You have 36 years of indirect tax experience in public accounting or a related industry.
You have completed a postsecondary degree in a related discipline.
Having the Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation is a strong preference.
You have knowledge of corporate legal concepts, terminology and principles and comprehensive knowledge of indirect tax statutes.
Having the CPA Canada Commodity Tax Course is an asset.

What to expect:

What's in it for you?:

Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
A holistic approach to your wellbeing, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
A comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, bonus, pension and benefits.

Interested in applying?:

Co-operators is focused on fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible work environment and we encourage individuals from all identity groups to apply.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager.