Senior Tax Analyst

Newfoundland Power; San Juan de Terranova; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Newfoundland Power is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to support financial reporting, accounting and taxation functions within the Finance team. The role covers monthly, quarterly and annual reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities across corporate income tax and GST/HST filings.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Business/Commerce/Finance, CPA designation, and 3–5 years of experience in corporate taxation or tax accounting, with strong Excel and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret tax legislation and assess business impact.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
• Experience with corporate taxation and tax accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file corporate income tax returns and GST/HST filings.
• Prepare income tax provisions and related financial statement disclosures under U.S. GAAP.
• Coordinate tax audits and respond to information requests from authorities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Tax accounting

Communication

Time management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business/Commerce/Finance

CPA designation

Job description

Do you have what it takes to help keep the lights on for our customers in communities across the province? Then joining the Newfoundland Power team could be part of your next adventure…

Who We Are

At Newfoundland Power, we’re passionate about delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity. Our roots in Newfoundland and Labrador go back over 135 years. Today, we’re part of Fortis Inc., a leader in the regulated gas and electric utility industry in North America. We are proud to employ over 650 talented people who are among the best in the industry.

We are committed to ensuring a supportive, inclusive and diverse culture where everyone feels safe and valued for who they are. Together, we strive to create an environment which is free of discriminatory barriers, where everyone is treated respectfully and equitably so they can thrive and bring their whole selves to work.

Everything we do is guided by our core values: People, Safety, Service, Respect, Teamwork and Innovation. We believe in going above and beyond to serve our customers and giving back to the place we call home is a longstanding tradition held by our employees. This could be the opportunity for you to continue to grow and develop your career.

The Opportunity

As a valued member of the Finance team, the Senior Tax Analyst supports the Company's financial reporting, accounting and taxation functions. This role contributes to monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, account reconciliations, technical accounting and taxation analyses, and compliance activities. The successful candidate will work with internal and external stakeholders to support financial reporting and taxation compliance requirements while providing financial and taxation expertise across the organization.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and support financial reporting activities including journal entries, reconciliations, analyses and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and file the Company's corporate income tax returns, GST/HST returns, rebate applications and other taxation filings, including supporting schedules and instalment calculations, ensuring compliance with applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare income tax provisions and related financial statement disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Conduct accounting and taxation research, monitor legislative and regulatory developments, and evaluate their impact on the Company's financial reporting, compliance and business activities.
• Coordinate and respond to tax audits, reviews and information requests, and act as a liaison with taxation authorities, external tax advisors, auditors, parent company representatives and other stakeholders on taxation, financial reporting and compliance matters.
• Provide taxation and financial expertise across the organization through research, analysis, problem-solving and recommendations that support financial reporting and compliance activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Post-secondary university degree in Business, Commerce, Finance or a related field.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in corporate taxation, tax accounting, financial reporting or a combination thereof.
• Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Course would be considered an asset.
• Experience preparing corporate income tax returns, GST/HST filings and income tax provisions, including knowledge of Canadian taxation legislation and U.S. GAAP financial reporting.
• Utility industry experience would be considered an asset.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret tax legislation and assess business impacts.
• Time management skills including the ability to manage tight deadlines and competing priorities.
• Strong computer skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

In support of our DEI commitment and to help us to confirm that we are reaching a wide source of qualified job seekers, we invite all applicants to provide self-identification information on a voluntary basis during the recruitment phase. More information on this process is provided within our job application tool.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly. If you require accommodation for any reason during the interview process, please let us know what you need, and it will be kept in confidence. For any questions, please contact [e-mail].