Future Opportunities on the Finance Team – Tax Manager

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY: Starting Salary Opportunity: $ 96,000+

BONUS: Bonus at Target: $ 24,000

VACANCY TYPE: This posting reflects an ongoing opportunity for future openings

COMPANY:

Founded over 175 years ago, Labatt is one of Canada’s founding businesses and its leading brewer. We are proud of our history and our heritage in Canada, and we remain committed to brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Labatt has created exciting experiences with consumers through iconic brands like Budweiser, Bud Light, NÜTRL, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Stella Artois and many more. Through our broad portfolio, we are truly a national brewer, with over 3,600 employees, a portfolio of more than 60 quality beers and beyond, and 10 breweries from coast-to-coast, we are proud to serve Canada and the communities we call home.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare and/or review income and indirect tax returns.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax returns and remittances.
• Maintain organized records and reconciliations of tax-related documentation.
• Prepare monthly tax provisions and support financial reporting requirements.
  

Government Correspondence

• Manage tax audits and inquiries from government agencies.
• Coordinate responses and gather supporting documentation.
• Monitor and reconcile various government statements of accounts.
• Track and maintain compliance with government reporting requirements.

Budgeting & Monitoring

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting of tax payments and expenses.
• Prepare and maintain annual tax payment schedules and forecasts to support. cash flow planning.
• Compare forecasted vs. actual tax payments and provide insights to FP&A.

Ad Hoc Projects & Strategic Support

• Identify opportunities to improve and automate tax processes.
• Research and interpret tax legislation to identify risks and opportunities.
• Review and update annual transfer pricing documentation.
• Manage relationships with consultants for tax incentive claims and recoveries.
• Advise on tax implications of business initiatives and transactions.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on tax matters.
• Support senior tax manager with ad hoc projects, including but not limited to tax planning / reorganizations.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation or working toward CPA preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant tax experience in public accounting or industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian tax legislation (income and/or indirect tax).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SAP is an asset.
• Completion of CPA In-Depth Tax courses or Master of Taxation is an asset.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

WHY LABATT:
As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Labatt is a place where our people can bring out the best in themselves through a collective purpose of creating A Future With More Cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life’s moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in our communities. We believe in brewing up a future that everyone can celebrate and share.

BENEFITS

• Health benefits plan, including competitive coverage for medical, dental, mental health, life, and disability insurance, that can be flexed to fit your needs.
• Additional flex credits for healthcare or wellness spending accounts
• Retirement plan with a generous company-matching contribution, and low-fee RRSP & TFSA savings opportunities to help you secure your financial future.
• Personalized support through an inclusive family-forming benefit, and generous financial support/top-ups for parental leave
• Access to many wellbeing resources, including Employee & Family Assistance Program support, Webinars, and more.
• An annual allotment of Beer and Beyond-Beer products for employees!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Labatt Breweries of Canada, we are an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to maintaining a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment for every person – regardless of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, neurodivergence, or disability status.