Manager, Canadian Tax

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Canadian Tax Manager
to lead all aspects of Canadian tax compliance, reporting, planning, and controversy management. This role will report directly to the Sr. Manager of Canadian Tax for the Americas division and partnering closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and business leaders to ensure compliance with Canadian tax laws while identifying opportunities to optimize the company’s tax position and support business growth.The ideal candidate has technical proficiency in Canadian corporate taxation, strong business acumen, and a proven ability to manage complex tax matters in a dynamic environment.What you will do as Manager, Canadian TaxTax Compliance & ReportingWork with third party providers during the preparation, review, and filing of Canadian federal and provincial corporate income tax returns.Assist with local teams with proper tax accounting and reporting under IFRS standards, including quarterly and annual tax provisions.Ensure timely and accurate compliance with tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.Manage tax balances, deferred taxes, tax disclosures, and supporting documentation.Provide tax guidance on business initiatives, acquisitions, restructurings, and cross-border transactions.Assist with the development of tax-efficient strategies while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise stakeholders on potential impacts.Support transfer pricing policies and documentation requirements.Indirect Taxes
Oversee GST/HST, provincial sales tax, customs, and other indirect tax obligations.Manage indirect tax audits, assessments, and refund opportunities.Collaborate with business teams to improve indirect tax compliance processes.Tax Controversy & Audit Management
Represent local controllers during interactions with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and provincial tax authorities.Manage tax audits, inquiries, objections, and appeals.Coordinate with external advisors and legal counsel as needed.Leadership & Business Partnership
Build strong relationships across Finance, Legal, Treasury, HR, and operational teams.Work closely to manage relationships with external tax advisors and service providers.Drive continuous process improvement and tax technology initiatives.What we are looking for
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field.5+ years of progressive Canadian tax experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both.Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax, tax accounting, and indirect taxes.Experience managing tax audits and controversies with the CRA.Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.Preferred:
CPA In-Depth Tax Program or equivalent advanced tax specialization.Experience with multinational organizations and cross-border tax matters.Knowledge of transfer pricing principles and international tax regulations.Experience with SAP, OneSource, CorpTax, or similar tax technologies.Strategic thinkingTechnical tax expertiseBusiness partnership and influenceStrong organizational skillsProblem-solving and decision-makingAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentWhat we offerWe’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. We are proud to offerContinuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and defined contribution pension plan.Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and moreASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran#LI-EL1#LI-OSAWe are the ASSA ABLOY GroupOur people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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