Canadian Tax Manager

Circle K; Laval; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Retirement plan

Employee share purchase plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Training and development

Recognition program

Mentorship program

Scholarship program

Job summary

Couche-Tard/Circle K in Laval, QC is seeking a Canadian Tax Manager to join the on-site Corporate Finance team. The role focuses on Canadian income tax matters and advising across the organization from a Canadian perspective.

You will prepare corporate tax returns, manage international tax forms (T1134), tax provisions and cross-border documentation, while collaborating with business units. A CPA or equivalent plus 5+ years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or CPA designation required.
• Qualified with In-Depth Tax Course I and II or a Master’s in taxation.
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience and strong tax compliance skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Canadian corporate income tax returns.
• Prepare forms and calculations for groups with international operations (T1134, tax surplus, CbCr, Pillar Two).
• Conduct tax research and ensure compliant documentation and controls.
• Coordinate tax documentation for Canada, the US, Europe and Asia.
• Assist with quarterly/annual tax provisions and related journal entries.

Skills

Tax compliance

IFRS income taxes

Analytical skills

Prioritization

Team player

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI (asset)

Taxprep T2

Taxprep Forms

Longview (asset)

Power Automate (asset)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA designation

In-Depth Tax Course I and II or Master’s in taxation

Tools

Taxprep T2

Taxprep Forms

Longview

Power Automate

Job description

Canadian Tax Manager

Location: On site, Laval, QC (4204 Industriel Blvd., Laval)

Employment type: Permanent, full-time (40 hours/week)

Reporting to the Canadian Tax Director within the Corporate Finance team, the Canadian Tax Manager will provide advice on income tax matters, primarily from a Canadian perspective.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and review income tax returns for Canadian corporations


• Prepare, or assist with the preparation of, all forms and calculations required for a group with international operations, including T1134 forms, tax surplus calculations, CbCr and Pillar Two


• Conduct tax research on various Canadian income tax matters


• Ensure that compliance documentation and processes are effective and meet internal control standards


• Coordinate and compile tax compliance documentation for Canada, the United States, Europe and Asia


• Compile and analyze information required for federal and provincial income tax compliance


• Participate in preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions, required journal entries and continuity schedules


• Calculate tax instalments


• Support business units and management; Contribute to special projects, including acquisitions; Contribute to any other related projects

What you’ll need

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA designation, or any other relevant education


• Completion of In-Depth Tax Course I and II, or a Master’s degree in taxation


• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience


• Strong tax compliance experience (essential)


• Very strong tax accounting skills and good knowledge of IFRS accounting standards related to income taxes


• Knowledge and skills: Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness, autonomy, accuracy and commitment, combined with strong analytical and business acumen


• Strong ability to manage priorities while meeting deadlines


• Ability to work as part of a team


• Strong proficiency with office tools such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint


• Knowledge of Power BI and Power Automate is an asset


• Strong proficiency with software used to prepare income tax returns and tax forms, such as Taxprep T2 and Taxprep Forms


• Experience with Longview is an asset; Interest in process improvement and demonstrated technological innovation


• Language skills: Bilingualism in French and English, both written and spoken, is required, as the incumbent will serve English-speaking regions

Why work with us

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we believe our team members are the heart and soul of our company. When you join us, you gain more than a job - you become part of a vibrant community where your talents are valued, your growth is encouraged and your contributions make a real difference.

Here is why you will love working with us:

• Group insurance program: Stay healthy and happy! Our program gives you the flexibility to select the coverage that best meets your needs and add optional insurance (health and dental care, long-term disability, life insurance and a health spending account)


• Retirement plan: Plan for your future and retire with peace of mind through our retirement plan, which helps you build a secure financial future


• Employee share purchase plan: Invest in your future and share in our success through our employee share purchase plan, which enables you to become a Couche-Tard/Circle K shareholder


• Paid time off: Recharge with paid time off, including vacation, sick days and personal days, to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance


• Other perks: Employee discount: Enjoy exclusive discounts on our products and services, making it easier to fill up and stock up on your favourite treats


• Training and development: Build your skills and advance your career through ongoing training and development opportunities, including workshops, seminars and online courses


• Recognition and rewards: We celebrate our team’s achievements and milestones through a range of recognition, reward and incentive programs that show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication


• Mentorship program: Advance your career through our mentorship program, where seasoned professionals provide guidance, support and valuable insight to help you reach your full potential


• Scholarship program: Invest in your education and future success through our scholarship program, available not only to our employees but also to their children. We are committed to supporting your learning journey and empowering you to achieve your academic and professional goals

At Couche-Tard/Circle K, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people of all backgrounds and walks of life to join our team and contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We thank all candidates for their interest in this position. Please note that only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

Couche-Tard / Circle K valorise la diversité et de l’inclusion et vise à créer un milieu de travail sain, accessible et gratifiant qui met en valeur la contribution unique de nos employés au succès de notre entreprise. En tant qu’employeur qui s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi, nous encourageons les candidatures les plus diverses afin de pouvoir nous doter d’un effectif varié et représentatif de nos clients et des communautés que l’on sert. Des accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.

Our mission at Circle K is to make people’s lives a little easier every day. Our global family of 150,000 people in over 17,300 stores and 27 countries makes that possible for our millions of clients worldwide, which is why we are committed to helping them achieve their goals and grow with us. We set ourselves apart by our culture and values: in our people and their development, in serving others, what we’ve built and what we are striving to achieve. No matter where you come from or where you are heading in your career, there is a place for you to grow at Circle K. When you grow, we grow - together.