Global Mobility Tax - Senior Associate

Vialto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that specializes in global mobility services, where your expertise in tax planning and compliance will be pivotal in supporting employees on international assignments. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with clients from diverse industries, providing strategic tax advice and ensuring adherence to regulations. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with a global team, enhancing your skills while making a meaningful impact. If you're passionate about tax and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this position offers a unique chance to thrive and grow your career.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Canadian and US tax planning for cross-border employees.
• Strong understanding of tax compliance and expatriate tax program design.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file tax returns for globally mobile employees accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with finance and HR for payroll tax calculations and reporting.

Skills

Canadian & US individual tax planning

tax compliance

tax equalization process

client engagement management

data analysis

communication

team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Business Administration/Management

Economics

Finance

International Business

Quantitative Finance

Tools

data visualization tools

automation & digitization solutions

Job description

Job Description

Vialto Partners is a market leader in global mobility services. Our purpose is to ‘Connect the world’. We are unique and the only stand-alone global mobility business. This presents a rare opportunity for our clients, stakeholders and colleagues.

Our teams help companies streamline and effectively manage their global mobility programs in a cost-efficient and compliant manner. Our services focus on providing cross-border compliance and risk assessment for tax, immigration, business travel, rewards and compensation, and remote work.

Working at Vialto Partners is about getting the chance to be part of a global and dynamic team. Globally, Vialto Partners has over 6,500 staff in over 50 countries around the world, and continues to grow. You will work with clients from a range of industries and different geographical locations. We believe in connecting the world and supporting our colleagues to do the same in their careers by undertaking assignments and opportunities globally that broaden their skills and ultimately benefit our clients.

Vialto is unstoppable when we work together in a culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive. We encourage employees to bring their true selves and share their unique talents and expertise to positively impact the communities we serve.

Job Description

In this position, your role is essential in upholding compliance with tax regulations and optimizing tax processes for employees on international assignments. This position is key in handling the tax consequences of global mobility and facilitating a smooth transition for employees across different countries. Your main objective is to reduce tax-related risks and costs, while ensuring that both the organization and its employees adhere to relevant tax laws.

Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Accurately prepare, review, and file tax returns and related deliverables for globally mobile employees within designated deadlines.
• Offer specialized advice and strategic recommendations to internal teams regarding tax planning, withholding responsibilities, and social security contributions.
• Work in tandem with finance and HR departments to ensure precise calculation and reporting of payroll taxes and social security contributions.
• Offer specialized tax advice on assignment structures, leveraging tax treaties, and identifying tax-efficient benefits.
• Educate and counsel employees on their tax responsibilities and the potential implications of international assignments.
• Provide guidance on tax equalization and protection policies to employees, ensuring clear understanding and compliance.
• Analyze employee compensation and payroll data to accurately calculate tax liabilities and identify potential benefits.
• Prepare supporting applications and documentation to optimize employees’ tax positions, including comprehensive data analysis and communication with assignees.
• Diligently maintain detailed tax records and documentation for accuracy and audit-readiness.
• Stay informed on the latest developments in international tax laws and regulations.
• Compile and present tax reports to management, auditors, and tax authorities, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Gain a broad understanding of other service lines within the business to identify cross-functional issues and collaborate with Tax Subject Matter Experts (“SMEs”) for integrated solutions.
• Conduct in-depth research on country-specific tax issues, particularly in areas where the organization operates.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients with employees on business trips, offering exceptional service and support.
• Regularly communicate with clients to update them on the progress of trip assessments, address concerns and ensure client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with clients to implement Global Mobility Tax strategies minimizing liabilities for both the company and the employee.
• Recognize and actively seek out fresh business prospects within the existing client base, gained through a deep understanding of their changing requirements.
• Work to expand the client portfolio and nurture existing client relationships to drive revenue growth.
• Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to identify potential growth areas and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and/or a proven record of success in Canadian & US individual tax planning for employee cross-border movement including foreign national and expatriate issues, foreign tax compliance and the tax equalization process and managing international assignee populations of multinational clients.
• Demonstrates thorough abilities and/or a proven record of success in understanding individual tax compliance, tax planning and expatriate tax program policy and administration design, identifying and addressing client needs.
• Actively participating in client discussions and meetings; communicating a broad range of services. Managing engagements including preparing concise, accurate documents and balancing project economics management with the occurrence of unanticipated issues.
• Creating a positive environment by monitoring workloads of the team while meeting client expectations and respecting the work-life quality of team members.
• Providing candid, meaningful feedback in a timely manner; and, keeping leadership informed of progress and issues.
• As a tax technical professional, demonstrates ability to research business and industry trends to develop a point of view to leverage in assisting with proposals.
• Experimentation with automation & digitization in a professional services environment including but not limited to: innovating through new and existing technologies, along with experimenting with digitization solutions; and, working with large, complex data sets to build models and leverage data visualization tools.
• Exposure to pricing, client value and the negotiation process - including reviewing contracts and finding opportunities to introduce new pricing options.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Other business-related fields may be considered (such as, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Finance, International Business, Management, Quantitative Finance).
• Minimum Years of Experience: No less than 3-year(s) of experience.

Additional Information

• This is a hybrid role, with an expectation of a minimum of two days/week in the office. Location: Toronto.
• We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.