Senior Tax Analyst

Drax; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 104,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst to prepare Canadian tax returns and ensure compliance with tax laws. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting and CPA designation preferred. Responsibilities include preparing tax computations, managing tax audits, and supporting the finance team. Strong communication and project management skills are a must. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $104,000 to $127,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
• Public accounting experience required.
• Ability to understand commercial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual tax computations and returns for all Canadian entities.
• Conduct fixed asset tax analysis to maximize deductions.
• Assist with indirect tax submissions.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Researching tax-related areas

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Tax Analyst

Salary Range: $104,000 to $127,000

Location: Vancouver, BC

This role involves preparing Canadian direct and indirect tax returns at both the state and federal levels. It requires supporting the local finance team with all tax-related matters and assisting the group tax team with tax accounting and aspects of international tax.

Additionally, the role will provide both technical and general tax support to the broader tax team in meeting their group tax compliance obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the broader business by taking responsibility for various aspects of corporate and indirect taxes, as directed by the team. Assist with tax accounting and disclosures for the group tax and finance departments.
• Help the group tax team manage all taxes on behalf of the organization, ensuring full compliance while maximizing all available tax reliefs. Manage both internal and external stakeholders, communicating regularly with colleagues across all business units.
• Key stakeholders include the Canadian finance team, the group tax team, payroll, and the Canadian tax authorities.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance
• CPA designation is preferred; public accounting experience is required
• Proficient in researching and making sound judgments on tax-related technical areas
• Strong project management and time management skills
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to understand commercial transactions and arrangements
• Self-starter with the ability to drive work forward independently
• Motivated individual with strong communication skills
• Capacity to develop positive working relationships at all levels within and outside the organization
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism
• Able to lead by example while also being an excellent team player
• Adaptability to quickly changing business needs

Key Accountabilities

• Prepare annual tax computations and returns for all Canadian entities in collaboration with external tax advisors, including any group-level returns. Ensure submissions to tax authorities are made on time.
• Conduct fixed asset tax analysis to maximize deductions.
• Provide support on technical reliefs.
• Perform technical analysis and correspondence to aid communications with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
• Prepare tax provisions and tax notes for inclusion in annual group accounts and individual entity accounts as needed.
• Assist with indirect tax submissions.
• Help manage tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities promptly and efficiently.
• Undertake ad hoc tax projects to support the needs of both the Group and individual business units, including payroll and other indirect taxes.

Rewards and benefits

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About Drax

Drax is at the forefront of transforming energy generation, supply, and usage. Our mission is to drive a zero‑carbon, lower‑cost energy future. By joining Drax, you'll be part of a team that's making a significant impact on our collective future.

Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a difference.

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Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside of the band for this role where appropriate, considering the candidate’s experience, skills and other relevant factors.

The advertised salary range relates to British Columbia and is provided in accordance with the BC Pay Transparency Act. We recognize however that salaries are often driven by market forces in the local area where a candidate is based and accordingly the salary range may not apply outside of British Columbia.