Tax Analyst

Northbridge Financial Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial insurance company in Toronto is seeking a Tax Analyst to manage tax filings, compliance, and audits. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years' experience in taxation and strong analytical and communication skills. This position supports a hybrid work environment and offers competitive salaries along with various benefits, fostering personal and career growth.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Employee share purchase plan

Pension plans

Discounts on staff insurance

Flexible health benefits

Education assistance

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in taxation and/or accounting.
• Knowledge of federal and provincial income tax legislation.
• Understanding of the insurance industry and related accounting rules.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for tax filings and compliance.
• Assist in audits for various tax issues.
• Prepare federal and provincial tax filings.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in financial discipline

CPA Certification or enrolled

Job description

What it's like to be a Northbridge Tax Analyst

Reporting to Lead Indirect Tax, the Tax Analyst is responsible for tax filings, compliance, analyses and assisting in audits. This individual will also participate in various tax and tax-related projects as required.

This position requires the incumbent to deliver strong accounting, technical and analytical knowledge in Commodity Tax, Corporate Tax and Insurance Premium Tax, to demonstrate the ability to read and understand complex instructions and guidance, to possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, to possess organization skills to be able to prioritize responsibilities and to meet tight deadlines.

We want your talent

If you are great at:

Preparation of Federal and provincial filings including income tax returns for assigned legal entities

Preparation and filing of annual SLFI GST/HST & QST, income tax, and premium tax returns

Preparation of payment vouchers for monthly, quarterly returns, tax installments and final payments and maintain documentation for annual tax return files

Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual tax account analysis and reconciliation to ensure accuracy

Provide support in internal and external audits, including various other tax issues, assessments, and inquiries

If you have:

2-4 years of experience working in taxation and/or accounting

Knowledge of the federal and provincial income tax legislation and regulations

Undergraduate degree in a financial discipline or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; CPA Certification or enrolled in the program is an asset

Working knowledge of the insurance industry and the unique rules associated with accounting and tax reporting

We really mean it when we say we put you first. Here are a few ways how:

Hybrid work! You get to work from the office and at home 50/50, allowing you to manage both worlds with the ease and flexibility you need.

We offer competitive salaries and support your financial health through our employee share purchase plan, pension plans, RRSP, discounts on staff insurance, and more!

We help you prioritize your well-being from day one through flexible health benefits, early leave days, wellness programs, rewards, and recognition programs.

We are invested in helping you grow in your career through education assistance to complete your CIP, FCIP, CRM or other courses desired, internal mobility, Leadership training and mentoring programs.

NBFC cares about the community and supports the causes you believe in with donation matching and team volunteer days.

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Who we are:

We’re Northbridge Financial. We’re proud to be 100% Canadian and owned by Fairfax Financial. We serve through our Northbridge Insurance, Federated Insurance, and TruShield Insurance brands. We have a reputation for being one of Canada’s leading commercial property and casualty insurance company. Our employees are dedicated to understanding the needs of our customers and we go above and beyond to help Canadian businesses have a safer and brighter future. We’re a company of passionate people who put people first. Do you want to join a team that believes in working hard – and having fun at work – all while making a difference?Look no further than Northbridge.

At Northbridge Financial we embrace and celebrate you and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all! No matter who you are or what makes you unique, we welcome you. Please let us know how we can assist or accommodate you during the selection process.

About Us

Northbridge Financial Corporation is a leading commercial property and casualty insurance company that’s been helping protect Canadian businesses for more than 90 years. We’re 100% Canadian!

We offer a wide range of creative solutions to our customers through our Northbridge Insurance, TruShield Insurance and Federated Insurance brands where we strive to create a fair and friendly culture.

By continually striving to challenge the status quo, and by focusing on helping our customers, we’ve been able to build our reputation as one of Canada’s largest commercial insurance providers.