Analyst, Corporate Tax

RioCan; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RioCan, one of Canada's largest Real Estate Investment Trusts, is seeking a Tax Compliance Specialist for their Yonge Eglinton location. The role involves preparing Canadian tax returns, tax accounting, and liaising with tax authorities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Finance or Accounting, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. RioCan offers a hybrid work model, professional growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits program.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Continuing education reimbursement

Health and dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience at an accounting firm or real estate.
• Real estate tax knowledge and experience with Canadian tax.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of the annual Canadian tax returns and foreign reporting forms.
• Preparation of tax reports and schedules related to audits.
• Liaising with tax authorities and outside advisors.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Tax research

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Education

University Degree in Finance or Accounting

Enrollment in the CPA Program

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Yardi

Power Bi

Job description

Who We Are

RioCan is one of Canada's largest Real Estate Investment Trusts (REIT). We own, manage and develop retail-focused, increasingly mixed-use properties in Canada's major markets. We pioneered the REIT concept over 30 years ago and have transformed Canadian real estate.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Greenest Employers and a Greater Toronto's Top Employer. At RioCan, you can build a career with real impact and longevity. You get the stability and resources of an established company and the entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit of a start-up. Life at RioCan is dynamic and fast-paced. We know that great ideas can come from anywhere, and we empower our people to suggest and implement them. We value different voices and perspectives and appreciate that the unique backgrounds and identities we each bring to our jobs make the whole business stronger.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This role is located at our Yonge Eglinton location and reports to the Manager, Corporate Tax. The position is responsible for the Canadian tax compliance preparation and tax accounting/ provision.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compliance: Preparation of the annual Canadian tax returns (corporations, trusts, and partnerships), UHT return, and foreign reporting forms;
• Tax Accounting – Preparation of tax reports and schedules related to the quarterly and annual external audit;
• Preparing certain reports related to our REIT compliance;
• Liaising with tax authorities and outside advisors;
• Compliance with internal controls over financial reporting and disclosure controls;
• On-going tax research on tax issues;
• Other duties / projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1 - 3 years of relevant work experience at an accounting firm or real estate;
• University Degree in Finance or Accounting;
• Enrollment in the CPA Program is an asset;
• Real estate tax knowledge and real estate experience with Canadian tax;
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook;
• Ability to meet tight deadlines;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills;
• Working knowledge of Yardi is considered an asset;
• Working knowledge of Power Bi is considered an asset.

Why join RioCan?

We believe in rewarding you for what you do and investing in your career and long-term success. Our total rewards and perquisites program is designed to fit and enrich your life physically, emotionally, financially, and socially. We offer eligible employees:

Work / Life Balance that prioritizes YOU. Enjoy a hybrid work model with flexible work hours, an extra-long weekend with our RioCan Cares Day, and half days before every long weekend in the summer.

Professional Growth and Development that includes a continuing education reimbursement, a mentorship and leadership development program, on-demand online learning, and cross-training opportunities.

An Extensive Health and Benefits Program that includes health and dental benefits for you and your family starting on day one, a healthcare spending account, an employee family and assistance program, virtual healthcare, and other resources.

A Comprehensive Retirement Program to help prepare our employees for the future. This includes matching employee contributions in a retirement savings plan, pension plan, and an employee unit purchase plan.

Additional Perks and Benefits that include paid time off, parental leave top-up, various employee discounts, employee referral and recognition programs, and opportunities to participate in community initiatives, committees, and social events throughout the year.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas. People are at the core of who we are, and we respect that they have taken all paths to get here. RioCan welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to work with you to meet your needs.

You can visit us atwww.riocan.comand follow us onLinkedIn to learn more about who we are and what a career at RioCan can look like for you.