Senior Tax Associate

Professional Staffing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic, globally recognized organization in a mid-senior level role focused on statutory accounting and tax compliance. This position offers the chance to work within a multi-functional shared services team that drives innovation and collaboration across various industries. You will prepare complex financial statements, provide expert consultation, and lead projects that enhance operational controllership. If you are a problem-solver with a CPA designation and a passion for delivering high-quality work, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a controllership mindset.
• Experience in crafting financial statements from a Big 4 firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex financial statements under Canadian GAAP.
• Lead advisory projects for Canadian operations, handling complex transactions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

CPA designation

Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$100,000.00/yr - CA$120,000.00/yr

Are You Skilled in Canadian and International Tax?

Ready to Join a Globally Recognized Multinational?

Step into a dynamic role with a world-class organization operating across multiple industries worldwide. This opportunity is part of a multi-functional shared services team that supports a vast network of global businesses. With operations spanning continents, this company drives innovation, fosters knowledge sharing, and collaborates in an open, team-oriented environment where leaders work side-by-side with their staff. We’re seeking entrepreneurial problem-solvers eager to streamline processes and deliver value across a diverse, multinational portfolio.

As a key player on the Operational Controllership, Statutory, and Tax Center of Excellence (COE) team, you will:

- Prepare and review complex financial statements for multiple business units, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Canadian GAAP disclosure requirements.

- Coordinate and oversee accounting for specialized transactions.

- Offer expert consultation on accounting matters to various business units, primarily under ASPE (Canadian GAAP).

- Lead or contribute to advisory projects for Canadian operations, tackling complex transactions like mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or restructurings.

- Evaluate financial processes across business units, identifying improvement opportunities and sharing best practices from within the organization or the broader industry.

- Engage in team initiatives to enhance the quality of professional services provided.

- Take on additional Financial Analyst duties, adding value by boosting business practices and profitability for stakeholders.

- Drive transformation and operational tasks related to controllership, statutory accounting, reporting, and tax preparation/filing for your assigned region, ensuring timely completion of statutory accounts, stat-to-GAAP adjustments, and tax calculations.

- Ensure all local statutory obligations are met.

- Assist the tax team with corporate income tax (CIT) and other tax-related needs, providing clear, timely information and necessary documentation.

- Handle e-compliance tasks with precision and accuracy.

### Role Summary/Purpose:

The Statutory (STAT) team delivers expert professional services to a range of business and corporate entities within this multinational organization. This includes preparing and reviewing financial statements under Canadian GAAP, providing technical accounting advice, and supporting transaction advisory needs. The role bolsters operational controllership, statutory reporting, and tax compliance across shared services, corporate functions, and legal entities in the country

### Qualifications/Requirements:

- An accounting or finance designation—CPA strongly preferred, or actively in pursuit.

- Sharp problem-solving and analytical skills, with a knack for spotting issues, assessing impacts, and resolving them with a strong controllership mindset.

- Keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

- Ability to juggle multiple projects and prioritize effectively.

- Special consideration for candidates with:

- Technical expertise in US GAAP and ASPE.

### Desired Characteristics:

- Experience crafting financial statements, ideally from a Big 4 firm or a fast-paced business setting.

- Solid grasp of financial systems and proven project management skills.

- Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.

- Strong interpersonal and leadership qualities.

- A track record of analyzing and solving complex problems.

- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to set priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Analyst

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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