Manager, Canadian Tax

ASSA ABLOY; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY is seeking an experienced Canadian Tax Manager to lead compliance, reporting, planning, and controversy management across Canada. You will work with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and business leaders to optimize tax positions while supporting growth.

The role requires expertise in Canadian corporate tax, IFRS tax provisions, and indirect taxes, with a proven ability to manage complex matters in a dynamic environment. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field.
• 5+ years Canadian tax experience in public accounting, industry, or both.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax, tax accounting, and indirect taxes.
• Experience managing tax audits and controversies with the CRA.
• CPA In-Depth Tax Program or equivalent advanced tax specialization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Canadian tax compliance, reporting, planning, and controversy management.
• Oversee GST/HST, provincial taxes, and other indirect taxes while ensuring timely filings.
• Represent and coordinate with CRA and provincial tax authorities during audits and disputes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and business teams to optimize tax position.
• Drive tax technology initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Canadian tax

Tax compliance

IFRS reporting

Transfer pricing

Audit management

Cross-border

Communication

Project management

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Tax

Tools

SAP

OneSource

CorpTax

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced and strategic Canadian Tax Manager to lead all aspects of Canadian tax compliance, reporting, planning, and controversy management. This role will report directly to the Sr. Manager of Canadian Tax for the Americas division and partnering closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and business leaders to ensure compliance with Canadian tax laws while identifying opportunities to optimize the company’s tax position and support business growth.

The ideal candidate has technical proficiency in Canadian corporate taxation, strong business acumen, and a proven ability to manage complex tax matters in a dynamic environment.

What you will do as Manager, Canadian Tax

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Work with third party providers during the preparation, review, and filing of Canadian federal and provincial corporate income tax returns.
• Assist with local teams with proper tax accounting and reporting under IFRS standards, including quarterly and annual tax provisions.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Manage tax balances, deferred taxes, tax disclosures, and supporting documentation.
• Provide tax guidance on business initiatives, acquisitions, restructurings, and cross-border transactions.
• Assist with the development of tax-efficient strategies while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise stakeholders on potential impacts.
• Support transfer pricing policies and documentation requirements.

Indirect Taxes

• Oversee GST/HST, provincial sales tax, customs, and other indirect tax obligations.
• Manage indirect tax audits, assessments, and refund opportunities.
• Collaborate with business teams to improve indirect tax compliance processes.

Tax Controversy & Audit Management

• Represent local controllers during interactions with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and provincial tax authorities.
• Manage tax audits, inquiries, objections, and appeals.
• Coordinate with external advisors and legal counsel as needed.

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Build strong relationships across Finance, Legal, Treasury, HR, and operational teams.
• Work closely to manage relationships with external tax advisors and service providers.
• Drive continuous process improvement and tax technology initiatives.

What we are looking for

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive Canadian tax experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax, tax accounting, and indirect taxes.
• Experience managing tax audits and controversies with the CRA.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred:

• CPA In-Depth Tax Program or equivalent advanced tax specialization.
• Experience with multinational organizations and cross-border tax matters.
• Knowledge of transfer pricing principles and international tax regulations.
• Experience with SAP, OneSource, CorpTax, or similar tax technologies.
• Strategic thinking
• Technical tax expertise
• Business partnership and influence
• Strong organizational skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. We are proud to offer

• Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and defined contribution pension plan.
• Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.
• Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more

ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran

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