Senior Tax Specialist

Rocky Mountaineer; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian hospitality company is seeking a Senior Tax Specialist to oversee the preparation and review of Canadian tax returns. This role requires strong analytical skills, CPA designation, and experience in tax compliance and planning. The compensation range is between CA$85,000 and CA$95,000, along with a comprehensive medical plan including employer-paid premiums.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plan

Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Vacation and sick time

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• Possesses a CPA designation, and graduation or enrollment in the CPA’s in-depth tax program would be an asset.
• Minimum 2+ years in a similar function; or 5+ years in a progressive accounting role.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5 returns.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and WCB / WSIB / EHT / GST / PST remittances.
• Assist Senior Manager, Tax in tax planning and research.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Proactive approach to tax planning

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Confidentiality and discretion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration

CPA designation

Tools

MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)

QuickBooks

Taxprep

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The Senior Tax Specialist reports to the Senior Manager, Tax.

The role is responsible for the preparation and review of Canadian personal, corporate, and trust tax returns, ensuring compliance with Canadian tax laws and regulations. There will be some related financial reporting, tax planning, personal financial planning, and wealth management functions. Accuracy and integrity of data is paramount and must be performed in a highly confidential manner.

We are a small office, and all team members are expected to have flexibility in taking on ad hoc duties and responsibilities.

Key Areas of Accountability

Tax Compliance

• Preparation of T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5 returns
• Prepare working papers and supporting documentation for all tax filings, using Caseware.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and WCB / WSIB / EHT / GST / PST remittances and payments
• Coordinate personal and corporate tax instalments
• Work with and provide information to external accountants for US tax compliance requirements.
• Managing municipal and provincial information returns (vacancy and empty homes tax; speculation tax; property tax assessments, etc.)
• Experience completing section 85 elections and capital dividend elections would be considered an asset.

Tax Planning

• Assist Senior Manager, Tax in tax planning and research to optimize tax positions for the shareholders and their various entities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and provincial tax legislation and communicate relevant changes to stakeholders.
• Assist with CRA audits, reviews, and correspondence, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Understand and facilitate tax compliance processes; propose and develop procedures to improve efficiency.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide recommendations to management and shareholders.
• Ability to work independently and within a team on complex analyses and projects.
• Various ad-hoc reports.

Others

• Support the department’s Senior Manager, Tax with various financial and taxation analyses and reporting.
• Seek operational and administrative efficiencies without compromising quality and confidentiality.
• As part of a small financial team, there is an expectation to take on new and unanticipated tasks as the business requires.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications / Knowledge

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field.
• Possesses a CPA designation, and graduation or enrollment in the CPA’s in-depth tax program would be an asset.

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years in a similar function; or 5+ years in a progressive accounting role.
• Experience working for a public accounting firm or with a company with many legal entities (15+) is considered an asset.
• Proven experience as a tax accountant or other similar position.

Skills

• Solid understanding of Canadian tax laws and CRA filing requirements for private enterprises and individuals. Experience with Trust returns would be an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, a proactive approach to tax planning, and a commitment to delivering accurate and timely filings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, and Word), QuickBooks, and Taxprep.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Confidentiality and discretion are required.

Attributes

• Strong sense of professionalism and good judgment, especially regarding confidential matters.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively and independently.
• Organized, attentive to detail, and accountable.
• Proactive and adaptable.
• Hybrid role working 3 days from the office.

Compensation

• The base salary for this role is $85,000 to $95,000 per annum, depending on expertise, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
• Eligible for Armstrong Collective’s discretionary bonus program.

Armstrong Collective supports our team members’ health and wellness by providing a comprehensive medical plan with 100% employer-paid premiums, including:

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Travel emergency assistance.
• Vacation and sick time.

Armstrong Collective, Rocky Mountaineer, and Canyon Spirit are equal opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you require accommodations during the application or employment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a supportive environment.

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Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Hospitality

Location: Langley, British Columbia, Canada

Salary Range: CA$80,000 - CA$100,000

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