Senior Tax Accountant

Lightspeed Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightspeed Commerce is looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to join their Finance team in Toronto. This role involves managing tax functions both in Canada and globally, preparing various tax provisions, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, previous accounting experience, and an ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off policy

Health and wellness benefits

Possibility for transit fees to be covered

Linkedin learning

Volunteer day

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting and industry tax experience.
• Experience with intercompany transactions and OECD guidelines.
• Fluency in French is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Canadian income tax accounting and compliance.
• Prepare annual Canadian tax provisions and ensure timely tax payments.
• Lead the compilation and submission of Country-by-Country Reports.

Skills

Knowledge of Canadian taxes

Strong attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Excel

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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
• Adept at handling sensitive documents
• Willingness to learn different tax concepts
  
  
  

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
• CPA designation in progress
  
  
  

We know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure that you have the right profile for the role... hit the ‘Apply’ button and give it a try!

What’s in it for you?

Come live the Lightspeed experience...

• Ability to do your job in a truly flexible hybrid environment;
• 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
• Flexible working policy
• Health insurance
• Health and wellness benefits
• Possibility for transit fees to be covered
• Paid leave assistance for new parents
• Linkedin learning
• Volunteer day
  
  
  

To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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.

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.

Who We Are

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 New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). 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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Software Development

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