Tax Accountant

Evertz Microsystems Limited; New Jersey; On-site; USD 64,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Work-Life Balance

Employee assistance plan

Career progression

Casual environment

Social events

Onsite counsellor

Discount platform

Job summary

Evertz Microsystems Limited is seeking a detail-oriented tax professional to support Canadian and U.S. tax compliance and reporting.

This role involves preparing and filing corporate tax returns, SR&ED claims, and government remittances, while ensuring timely regulatory submissions. The successful candidate will work with accounting, external advisors, and leadership to support accurate financial reporting, tax audits, and ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of CRA and US IRS rules.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Able to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Canadian corporate tax returns and SR&ED filings.
• Prepare calculations and working papers for tax returns.
• Assist in US corporate tax return filings.
• Ensure timely Canadian and US taxes and remittances.
• Maintain access to tax portals and regulatory submissions.
• Serve as point of contact for tax audits.
• Assist in tax provisions and disclosures in financial statements.
• Research evolving tax regulations.

Skills

CPA designation

Tax compliance

Project management

Team player

Education

CPA certification

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive tax professional to support the Company’s Canadian and U.S. tax compliance and reporting requirements. This role plays a critical part in the preparation and filing of corporate tax returns, SR&ED claims, and government remittances, while ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory systems and deadlines. Working closely with the accounting team, external advisors, and the executive team, the successful candidate will contribute to accurate financial reporting, support tax audits, research evolving tax regulations, and assist with day-to-day accounting operations and special projects.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the preparation of the Company’s Canadian corporate tax returns, including leading the preparation and review of annual SR&ED filings.
• Preparation of calculations and working paper schedules in supporting the tax returns.
• Assist in the filing of the Company’s US corporate tax returns.
• Ensure Canadian and US government remittances, including sales taxes, corporate taxes are submitted on time.
• Maintain access and compliance with financial portals and systems for Canadian and US tax filings and regulatory submissions.
• Serve as the point of contact for all tax compliance audits.
• Assist accounting team in preparation of financial statement tax provisions and disclosures.
• Research new tax trends and regulations.
• Liaison with external accounting firm(s) and working closely in all areas with the executive team.
• Assistance in day-to-day operations within the accounting department
• Other related duties, including special projects, as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Designated accountant, preferably a qualified CPA
• Strong knowledge of CRA regulations and compliance
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects with multiple priorities and timelines
• Ability to work independently and within a team

What we Offer:

• Employer funded benefits program
• Competitive total compensation package
• Work-Life Balance
• Employee assistance plan
• Employee Discount Platform
• Career Progression
• Casual Work Environment
• Social Events and Sports Teams
• Onsite Counsellor

Location: Burlington, Ontario (in-office position)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours.
Vacancy: This is an existing position.
Salary Range: $90K CAD - $140K CAD, based on experience

About Us:

Evertz Microsystems (TSX:ET) is a leading global manufacturer of broadcast equipment and solutions that deliver content to television sets, on-demand services, WebTV, IPTV, and mobile devices (like phones and tablets). Evertz has expertise in delivering complete end-to-end broadcast solutions for all aspects of broadcast production including content creation, content distribution and content delivery.

Considered as an innovator by their customers, Evertz delivers cutting edge solutions that are unmatched in the industry in both hardware and software. Evertz delivers products and solutions that can be found in major broadcast facilities on every continent. Evertz’ customer base also includes telcos, satellite, cable TV, and IPTV providers.

With over 2,000 employees, that include hardware and software engineers, Evertz is one of the leaders in the broadcast industry. Evertz has a global presence with offices located in: Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, United Arab Emirates, India, Hong Kong, China, Singapore, and Australia. Evertz was named one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, which recognizes excellence in Canadian-owned and Canadian-managed companies. Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies identifies Canadian corporate success through companies focused on their core vision, creating stakeholder value and excelling in the global economy.

Evertz makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment, including persons with disabilities. In compliance with AODA, Evertz will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources upon scheduling your interview.

Thank you for considering a career with Evertz!

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