Senior Tax Accountant

Lightspeed Commerce; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing public technology company in Ottawa is looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to assist in managing Canadian and global tax functions. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and strong knowledge of Canadian taxes. This role offers a flexible hybrid work environment and competitive benefits including unlimited paid time off and health insurance.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off

Health insurance

Health and wellness benefits

Transit fees coverage

Paid leave for new parents

LinkedIn Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting and industry tax experience.
• Strong understanding of intercompany transactions and OECD guidelines.
• Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Canadian income tax accounting and tax compliance.
• Prepare annual Canadian tax provisions.
• Support preparation of R&D and E-business tax credit claims.

Skills

Canadian tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to join our Finance team. You will assist in managing the Canadian and global tax functions. Reporting to the Tax Director, the ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses strong organizational skills, and is extremely attentive to detail. The working environment is dynamic, and daily tasks include a variety of tax duties. If you’re interested in the opportunity to expand your skills by working with the Finance team of a growing public technology company, this may be the position for you.

What you’ll be doing

• Work within the tax function to assist in Canadian income tax accounting and tax compliance including preparation of T106, T1134, FAPI and surplus account calculations
• Prepare annual Canadian tax provisions and ensure timely payments of taxes, as applicable
• Support the preparation and submission of R&D and E-business tax credit claims
• Coordinate month-end financial reporting procedures including reconciling tax accounts, preparing internal control documentation, and some filing obligations
• Prepare responses to audit and notice requests from tax authorities
• Help with the integration of potential merger and acquisition activities
• Provide cash tax estimates and effective tax rate forecasts to the Financial Planning & Analysis group for budgeting and forecasting purposes
• Support the preparation of Canadian sales tax returns and assist with internal sales tax inquiries as needed
• Accountable for preparation of the transfer pricing file and coordinate preparation of transfer pricing agreements with the legal team
• Prepare Pillar Two effective tax rate computations and compliance readiness
• Lead the compilation and submission of Country-by-Country Reports (CbCR) for global tax transparency and compliance
• Research tax issues and recommend alternative tax treatments to reduce the company’s tax burden and risks
• Assist the Tax Director in special projects, as required

What you need to bring

We’re looking for a candidate who has experience with the following:

• 3-5 years of experience of accounting and industry tax experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge with Canadian taxes
• Strong understanding of intercompany transactions, Pillar 1 & 2 and OECD guidelines
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Willingness to learn different tax concepts
• As a global company with employees and clients outside of Quebec, fluency in English as a working language is required for this position.

Even better if you have, but not necessary

• Fluency in French
• Familiar with TaxPrep
• Experience with NetSuite
• Transfer pricing, M&A, equity compensation experience
• Experience working in public or other SaaS/technology companies

What’s in it for you?

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Ability to do your job in a truly flexible hybrid environment (3 days/week in office)
• Genuine career opportunities in a company that’s creating new jobs everyday
• Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact

… and enjoy a range of benefits that’ll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry:

• Lightspeed RSU program (we are all owners)
• Unlimited paid time off policy
• Health insurance
• Health and wellness benefits
• Possibility for transit fees to be covered
• Paid leave assistance for new parents
• Linkedin learning

Equal opportunity and workplace

Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Where to from here?

Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here.

Who we are

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal’s gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.

Company background

Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks. Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the NYSE and TSX. With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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