Senior Tax Technician - Global Compliance and Reporting - Ottawa (Bilingual)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Tax Technician to join their Global Compliance & Reporting practice. The ideal candidate should be bilingual in French and English, possess a college diploma in a related field, and demonstrate strong multitasking and team coordination skills. This full-time role involves preparing tax documents, managing client relationships, and providing high-quality services. A competitive benefits package, including $5,000 per year for mental health support, is offered.

Benefits

$5,000 per year for mental health support benefits

Qualifications

• Previous related tax experience would be an asset.
• The flexibility to work additional hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare supporting documents and working papers.
• Collate and e-file submissions of tax returns.
• Perform detailed review of corporate tax returns.
• Develop direct contacts with clients.
• Provide quality services and work products.

Skills

Multitasking in a high-volume environment

Team coordination and management

Time management against budget

Proactive initiative

Sound judgment

Adaptability

Organization and attention to detail

Bilingual – French and English

Education

College diploma in accounting, finance or tax

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Tax Technician - Global Compliance and Reporting - Ottawa (Bilingual)

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1661018

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The opportunity

As a Senior Tax Technician, you'll be part of EY`s Global Compliance & Reporting practice, in our Ottawa Compliance Centre location. This position offers excellent opportunities for learning to the right candidate. We are seeking full‑time candidates who can fulfill the following responsibilities and qualifications.

Candidates who reside outside of Ottawa/Ontario are encouraged to apply. Remote working arrangements may be available.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Tax Technician, you'll work with the team to manage administrative tasks. In addition, you'll:

• Prepare supporting documents and working papers
• Collate and e‑file submissions of tax returns
• Perform detailed review of corporate tax returns
• Develop direct contacts with clients, acting as a liaison between client contacts and internal teams
• Provide clients with quality, timely and responsive services and work products

Skills and attributes for success

• The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast paced and high‑volume environment with keen attention to client needs
• The ability to coordinate and manage a large team of staff to meet target due dates
• The ability to manage time spent against budget, and work alongside team members to ensure the timely completion of work deliverables
• The ability to be proactive, use own initiative, and work independently, as well as part of the team
• The ability to demonstrate sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
• The ability to adapt quickly to changes and propose solutions as needed
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Bilingual – French and English

To qualify for the role, you must have

• College diploma in accounting, finance or tax, or equivalent
• Previous related tax experience would be an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• The flexibility to work additional hours

Ideally, you’ll also

• Fluent in written and verbal English
• A commitment to learning and using our tax technology and processes

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. We’re looking for people with a genuine passion for tax, and the future of tax, and are inspired to help the world’s leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What we offer

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well‑being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits

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