Senior Manager - Tax - Global Compliance and Reporting - Ottawa

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The opportunity

As a Senior Tax Manager, you will be a part of our Global Compliance & Reporting (GCR) group.  In this role, you will develop the technical proficiency and connectivity to address client issues as well as develop as a well-rounded, quality-focused tax professional. As a member of E&Y's GCR practice, you will develop the combination of deep tax knowledge and a sophisticated understanding of business drivers to serve your clients to the best of your ability.

Candidates residing outside of Ontario are welcome to apply. Remote work arrangements are available.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior Tax Manager, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating tax compliance and provision work for clients. You will lead and team with talented and innovative professionals dedicated to client service.

Skills and attributes for success

• Provide Canadian corporate tax services including tax accounting, tax accrual reviews and corporate income tax returns.
• Prepare tax correspondence.
• Assist our clients with their income tax audits by the various taxation authorities
• Establish relationships with clients and gain a solid understanding of their business.
  Develop technical skills by remaining up to date on trends, new developments and tax authority decisions, and apply them to moderately complex situations.
• Identify opportunities for providing tax planning and other special services.
• Plan, organize and deliver tax planning engagements for Canadian corporations. 
• Support the development and coaching of tax professionals and other junior tax staff members.
• Participate in and contribute to the attainment of team objectives.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• CICA In-depth tax course completed or ongoing, or Master of Tax degree
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in tax
• Relevant experience as a Senior manager
• Professional accounting designation
• Broad exposure to corporate income taxation
• Solid management, organizational and English/French written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional ability to establish and maintain strong business relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ideally, you’ll also

• Maturity, proactive attitude, commitment, and a highly motivated and driven team player

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. We’re looking for people with a genuine passion for tax, and the future of tax, and are inspired to help the world’s leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

• Ottawa: $121,500 - $171,500

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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