Manager, Tax

Groupe Dynamite; Mount Royal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Taxation Manager to oversee sales tax compliance and manage cross-functional projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring adherence to tax regulations across various jurisdictions while collaborating with internal teams and external consultants. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in taxation, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to process improvement. Join a dynamic organization that values its employees and offers a comprehensive compensation package, including performance bonuses and flexible insurance options. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving company.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program with employer matching

Flexible group insurance

Employee discount at Garage and Dynamite

Exclusive private sample sales

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Taxation with emphasis on indirect tax.
• Strong understanding of multi-jurisdictional tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage filing of sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead process improvement initiatives related to tax compliance.

Skills

Sales Tax Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Bilingualism (French and English)

Business Acumen

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA designation

Tools

Vertex, Inc.

Job description

Overview

Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975.

Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America.

Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Taxation Director, you will be responsible for the oversight and management of all aspects of sales tax compliance and ongoing cross-functional business projects. This will ensure that the company remains compliant with tax rules and regulations across multiple jurisdictions. This role focuses on high-level management with both internal and external parties. Main Responsibilities:

• Manage and review the filing of monthly and quarterly sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions;
• Manage and review the sales tax month-end process;
• Participate in cross-functional business projects;
• Ensure that the documentation and compliance processes are efficient while respecting internal control standards;
• Respond to tax inquiries and communicate with tax authorities on a regular basis;
• Manage ongoing projects related to international expansion;
• Liaise with and supervise external consultants on a regular basis;
• Lead process improvement initiatives related to tax compliance and reporting;
• Perform analyses and write permanent memoranda to document business decisions and their tax impacts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting;
• CPA designation;
• 7 to 10 years of experience in Taxation (with an emphasis on indirect tax);
• Experience in sales tax compliance, with a solid understanding of multi-jurisdictional tax regulations;
• Completion of CICA’s “In Depth Tax Course” is a plus;
• Knowledge of Vertex, Inc. is a plus;
• Highly organized and efficient;
• Business acumen, a passionate personality, and excellent analytical skills;
• Strong communication skills;
• Sense of initiative and leadership;
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and external advisors;
• Ability to work in a team with other tax professionals;
• Interest for process improvement and demonstrated innovation;
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required to consult with multiple tax jurisdictions.

Assets:

• Be able to make tough decisions;
• Thrive in the face of change with a strong sense of urgency;
• Challenge the status quo by contributing impactful ideas and solutions;
• Build partnerships and prioritize collaboration;
• Present information in an effective and concise manner;
• Be proactive and exceed expected results.

At GDI, you will be part of a growing organization that understands the importance of investing in people and offers you:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity.

Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.