Analyst, Tax Compliance

QuadReal; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate investment company in Vancouver is seeking an Analyst, Tax Compliance to provide US tax compliance support for its real estate investments. The ideal candidate should have a CPA designation in progress, excellent communication skills, and some experience in tax or accounting. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000 along with benefits.

Benefits

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Defined contribution pension plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Completion of a professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent) is expected.
• 1+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or tax.
• Familiarity with Canadian and/or US real estate tax matters is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review US corporate and partnership tax returns.
• Assist with U.S. REIT compliance and quarterly/annual tests.
• Manage tax compliance, audits, and inquiries with detailed documentation.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Tax compliance knowledge

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent)

Tools

OneSource

Taxprep

Job description

Overview

QuadReal Property Group is a global real estate investment, operating and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Its assets under management are $94 billion. From its foundation in Canada as a full-service real estate operating company, QuadReal has expanded its capabilities to invest in equity and debt in both the public and private markets. QuadReal invests directly, via programmatic partnerships and through operating platforms in which it holds an ownership interest.

QuadReal seeks to deliver strong investment returns while creating sustainable environments that bring value to the people and communities it serves. Now and for generations to come.

QuadReal: Excellence lives here.

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Analyst, Tax Compliance

Reporting to the Director, Global Tax Compliance, the Analyst, Global Tax will be primarily responsible for providing US tax compliance and reporting support with respect to QuadReal’s real estate investments. In addition, this role supports Canadian and other international compliance requirements.

This position works closely with QuadReal\'s Domestic and International Real Estate Development, Finance, and Legal, and Operations departments globally and with external tax advisors.

This position may be based out of Vancouver or Toronto.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review QuadReal’s statutory US corporate and partnership tax returns including forms 1120, 1065, state return filings, and other tax compliance obligations, including tax remittances and withholding tax forms.

• Assist with U.S. real estate investment trust (REIT) compliance by performing quarterly/annual income and asset tests, addressing REIT requirements with respect to QuadReal’s current portfolio with the support from external advisors.

• Assist tax compliance team with the management of U.S. tax compliance, audits and inquiries. Liaise with external partners, accounting and finance team members to comply with data requests.

• Supports the maintenance of the tax database and records management of all tax filings and reporting, investments, and audit responses.

• Manage tax accounts of QuadReal and investment entities and respond to tax notices and other correspondence in a timely manner.

• Provide general support to the tax investment team with respect to QuadReal’s global transactions, including assisting with drafting investment structure diagrams, organizing due diligence materials, and documenting tax issues internally, among other ad-hoc support with the guidance of the tax team.

• Provide support for quarterly and annual tax accounting for both QuadReal and its investments.

• Contribute to the overall value of QuadReal’s tax department by proactively seeking opportunities for efficiencies and makes recommendations based on an understanding of QuadReal’s business strategy.

• Supported by the tax team, provides tax advice and practical recommendations to the finance, and investment teams.

• Stays current with Canadian, US, and international tax law trends and developments.

Qualifications

• In the process of completing a professional accounting designation (CPA or international equivalent).

• One or more years of experience in accounting, finance, and/or tax with an accounting firm or industry. Basic experience with tax matters connected to Canadian and/or US real estate would be an asset but is not required.

• Familiarity with tax technology and automation (OneSource and Taxprep) would be an asset but is not required.

• An innovative and strategic thinker who is pro-active and self-motivated, with an ability to work both as a team and independently as required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with the finance teams, the investment teams, and external advisors.

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $70,000 to $80,000.

QuadReal offers a competitive total rewards package in addition to the base pay, which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined contribution pension plan and paid time off.