Tax Manager

NFI Group Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bus manufacturer in Winnipeg is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced tax professional to manage Canadian tax compliance and provisions. The role involves preparing corporate tax returns, overseeing audit queries, and ensuring compliance with IFRS. Ideal candidates will have a CPA designation and 5+ years of experience in Canadian tax compliance, preferably in manufacturing. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to a company focused on sustainable mobility solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Canadian tax compliance and IFRS provision experience required.
• Prior experience in Canadian Manufacturing industry tax preferred.
• International/US tax experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Canadian corporate tax returns and filings (T2s, T5s, T1134s).
• Oversee audit query responses pertaining to Canadian tax issues.
• Compile and maintain Canadian cash tax instalment requirements.

Skills

Canadian tax compliance

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Financial analysis

Proficiency in MS Excel

Tax research software

Education

Canadian CPA Designation

CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program

Canadian Master of Taxation degree

Job description

NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer, MCI, Alexander Dennis Limited, Plaxton, ARBOC, and NFI Parts. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems, including zero-emission electric (trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced tax professional to manage Canadian tax compliance and provisions for our Canadian entities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely preparation of annual corporate tax returns (T2s), preparing quarterly tax provisions in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and maintaining current and accurate calculations of key Canadian tax attributes.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Preparing quarterly tax provisions for Canadian legal entities in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Preparing Canadian corporate tax returns and filings (including T2s, T5s, and T1134s), and conducting related research and analysis.
• Overseeing audit query responses pertaining to Canadian tax issues.
• Assisting with the Reg.105 withholding process.
• Compiling / maintaining NFI Group’s Canadian cash tax instalment requirements.
• Assisting with the implementation of Longview tax provision software.
• Ensuring all internal control requirements are met (e.g., proper sign-offs, evidence of file review retained).
• Updating process documentation quarterly as required.
• Managing various internal reorganization activities.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Canadian CPA Designation.
• Completion of, or enrollment in, the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program; or a Canadian Master of Taxation degree.
• 5+ years of Canadian tax compliance and IFRS provision experience required.
• Prior Canadian Manufacturing industry tax experience in a public company or with a large public accounting firm highly preferred.
• International/US tax experience an asset.
• Proficiency in MS Excel; experience with Canadian tax preparation and research software considered an asset.
• Curious, principled and decisive with strong business acumen.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group | We Move People

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. News and information is available at NFI Group sites and brands.