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Senior Tax Specialist

Intact Financial Corporation
Bourassa, Robert,Montréal
$65 an hour (estimated)
Permanent
Full-time

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best : helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility.

It’s our employee promise.

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Tax Specialist, to join our growing team!

As a Senior Tax Specialist, you will perform various tasks related to tax compliance and tax accounting in accordance with established procedures and prescribed deadlines, following the various provincial and federal tax laws of Canada.

The ideal candidate must be a team player, have initiatives and manage tasks without constant supervision, think critically and change the status quo to improve current processes.

What you’ll do here :

Be part of the tax accounting and reporting cycle including provisioning and reporting.

Participate in managing the quarterly reviews and annual audit by the external auditor.

Prepare corporate tax returns, forms and elections for Canadian entities of the group.

Assist with preparation of formal responses to tax authority audit queries.

Advise accounting and other internal stakeholders on the tax impact of all internal reorganization projects and ensure all compliance requirements are met.

Monitor changes in tax policies, accounting and financial reporting to ensure compliance.

Provide support, advice and training to business units regarding the application of tax laws applicable to federal and provincial jurisdictions.

Assist with preparation of tax memos and process documentation.

Assist with technical research and analyses for reporting purposes.

Participate in tax process enhancement and tax technology implementation projects.

Liaise with other finance teams in the organization.

What you bring to the table :

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or taxation or any combination of equivalent education and experience.

Master’s degree in taxation or advanced tax course(s) from CPA is an asset.

Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in public accounting or industry.

Experience in Canadian tax compliance and knowledge of income tax accounting.

Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and of tax compliance software.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and to meet tight deadlines

For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.

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What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :

A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity.

We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

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