Taxation Manager - Vaughan, Canada - SmartCentres

SmartCentres

Verified Company

Vaughan, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
Manager, Taxation

Reports To:
Director, Financial Reporting & Compliance

Department:
Corporate Accounting

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Coordinate and review all quarterly and annual working papers that relate to the REIT's reporting and compliance

requirements, including but not limited to: the consolidated financial statements and note disclosures therein, the

management discussion and analysis (MD&A), and the specified investment flow-through (SIFT) trust model (to

ensure the Trust is compliant with its REIT income tax exemption status);

Assist with the preparation and review of the legal entity financial statements for each of the Trust's underlying

subsidiaries that support the year end tax filings (T2, T3 and T5013)

Work closely with all stakeholders within the organization to ensure the accounting records for legal entities are

complete and accurate, and proactively identify and analyze accounting transactions that may have an impact on the

REIT's income tax filings;

Liaise with the REIT's income tax advisors and identify process improvement opportunities;
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with the REIT's thirdparty partners as it relates to jointincome

tax filings and analyses;

Assist management with any CRA requests or audits which may occur from time to time;
Assist with recapitalization of certain partnerships, including equity contributions, for income tax purposes;
Assist with the regular maintenance and organization of treasury activities namely share certificates, issuances and

distributions;

Assist with special projects periodically as requested by senior management.

Academic/Professional Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance
CPA designation is preferred

Required Skills/Experience:

Minimum of 35 years of progressive accounting experience preferably in an audit or income tax setting with

exposure to publicly listed companies;

Familiarity of IFRS
REALpac and Taxprep experience would be an asset;
Detail oriented and responsible individual with a proven track record of taking ownership and follow through to ensure

all loose ends are resolved;

Proven organizational and time management skills in dealing with changing priorities in a fastpaced environment;

fostering a team-oriented working culture, and provide mentorship to junior team members

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across all levels within the

organization;

Sound business judgment and numerical skills;
Computer skills, including advanced Excel, and familiarity with Word and PowerPoint;

Values

The Manager, Taxation must be client focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally.

The Manager, Taxation shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the Trust's interests.

The Manager, Taxation shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave like an "owner" in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities; demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results.

The Manager, Taxation is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve common goal.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.