Senior Tax Accountant

London Approach; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization is looking for a Senior Tax Accounting Professional to manage various corporate tax activities across jurisdictions. The role includes compliance, forecasting, reporting, and audit support, requiring a blend of technical skills and practical experience. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to process improvements within the tax function.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate and/or public accounting.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and corporate tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and review of periodic income tax provisions.
• Assist with U.S. federal, state, and international tax filings.
• Manage monthly reconciliations of tax-related accounts.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Research

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA certification

Tools

Excel

CorpTax

Job description

An established global organization is seeking a Senior Tax Accounting Professional to support a wide array of corporate tax activities across multiple jurisdictions. This role involves hands-on work in areas such as compliance, forecasting, reporting, and audit support, as well as opportunities to contribute to tax planning and process enhancements. The ideal candidate will bring a balanced mix of technical expertise and practical experience, along with strong organizational and analytical capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of periodic income tax provisions, including deferred tax calculations and reconciliations.
• Prepare and assist with U.S. federal, state, and international tax filings, including estimated tax payments.
• Compile and analyze state apportionment data and related tax documentation.
• Assist in the coordination and oversight of global tax compliance and reporting.
• Maintain compliance software and ensure accurate mapping of tax accounts.
• Participate in corporate tax forecasting, cash tax analysis, and internal reporting.
• Manage monthly reconciliations of tax-related accounts.
• Liaise with external advisors and internal stakeholders on strategic tax matters.
• Support process improvements within the tax function, especially in areas involving technology and automation.
• Provide assistance during tax audits and manage supporting documentation for refund claims.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing indirect tax filings (e.g., sales/use, VAT, GST).
• Contribute to transfer pricing documentation, intercompany transactions, and related entries.
• Maintain compliance with global tax information reporting standards and documentation requirements.
• Prepare schedules and analysis for fixed asset reporting and intercompany activity.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with finance, treasury, operations, and external consultants as needed.
• Collaborate with internal audit and financial planning teams on tax-related initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (advanced degree a plus)
• CPA certification preferred
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in corporate and/or public accounting
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and corporate tax regulations
• Experience with global and domestic income tax compliance
• Exposure to audit processes and tax authority inquiries
• Strong research skills and a detail-oriented mindset
• Proficiency in Excel and tax compliance systems (CorpTax experience a plus)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and projects effectively

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting