Tax Analyst jobs in Canada

Skills and Attributes for Success

Significant working security experience and knowledge in the design, implementation, and operation of security controls in one of the following areas:

• Agile & DevOps Methodologies – Experience as a contributing member of a balanced team within an Agile development or DevOps environment;

• Application Security - Experience with the design of security controls for multi-tier business solutions, including the design of application-level access and entitlement management, data tenancy and isolation, encryption, and logging. Working familiarity with REST API and microservices architecture;

• Cloud Security – Technical understanding of virtualization, cloud infrastructure, and public cloud offerings, as well as experience designing security configuration and controls within cloud-based solutions in Microsoft Azure, Google GCP, Amazon AWS, and other vendors;

• Infrastructure Security – Experience with the integration of common infrastructure security technologies and solutions into business solution architectures, including the integration of identity & access management, intrusion detection and prevention, security monitoring, and data encryption solutions;

• Identity and Access Management - Experience in design and integration of identity and access management based on Active Directory and Federation technologies.

To qualify for the role, you must have experience in

Extensive experience in implementing, advising on, and consulting about security configurations across complex IT architectures, including cloud environments (primarily Microsoft's, but also including a range of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings from multiple vendors) and on-premises solutions. In-depth knowledge of IT system architecture concepts and cloud technologies, along with associated technologies such as Identity and Access Management (IAM), network security, firewalls, software development best practices, systems auditing, system hardening, and other security principles as outlined in ISO27001, OWASP, and related security standards. Proficiency in interpreting security reports (SAST and DAST) and testing outcomes for applications, providing advice on necessary corrections and security measures based on policies and non-functional requirements. A degree in Computer Science or a related field. Excellent communication skills, fluency in English (knowledge of Spanish is an advantage), and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders ranging from developers and architects to business leaders and EY's clients.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Operational Security – Experience in defining operational models and procedures for business solutions, including the operation and maintenance of infrastructure and application security controls.

• Information Security Standards – Knowledge of common information security standards such as: ISO 27001/27002, NIST CSF, FEDRAMP, CSA, and CIS Controls.

• Cloud security certifications such as AZ-300 Azure Architect Technologies.

• Product Management – Working with a broader business team on aspects of security that affect all phases, from concept to design to implementation and then operational support.

Requirements:

· Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience;

· Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or equivalent security certifications;

· Fluent in English and Spanish.

· Certifications: CISSP, CCS, CISM, or similar;

· Although not required, it is preferred that candidates possess additional working security experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

· Previous working experience in Big 4 or big consulting firms;

· Operational Security – Experience;

· Occasional travel.

Key Responsibilities:

· This position is a leading role in designing, developing, and accessing all aspects of security for market-leading regional and global systems based primarily on Cloud technologies. As a security consultant for the regions, you will be an individual contributor capable of supporting multiple project teams operating in the latest technologies of Cloud-based, Agile developed systems, using automated deployment from CI/CD pipelines. In other words, it is not just an audit or oversight role, but one that requires detailed participation in the design, implementation, and certification of security controls across solutions. This requires knowledge of various IT system architecture and Cloud technology, as well as supporting technologies such as IAM, network security, AI, user account management, audit and logging, and other security concepts as outlined in ISO27001/2, OWASP, and related regional security standards. Also, the successful candidate should have knowledge of 3rd party security assessments and applicability of SOC2 and SOC2 reports, and concepts of vendor risk management.

Your key responsibilities

Your role as a Senior Tax Staff will give you the opportunity to combine corporate tax work with structured and virtual learning. You will have the opportunity to combine tax engagements with structured learning. You’ll get experience in tax compliance, tax accrual review, calculating income tax provision and tax planning. Our people focus on the main issues affecting our clients, paying particular attention to the implementation of tax strategies aligned with their business objectives.

Skills and attributes for success

• Contribute to client satisfaction by providing clients with quality, timely and responsive services and work products.
• Demonstrate an understanding of increasingly complex tax concepts.
• Discuss moderately complex tax issues with the engagement team and client management.
• Keep informed of current tax developments and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations.
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information.
• Prepare practical and effective approaches to the client's tax situation and arrive at appropriate conclusions.
• Share tax planning ideas with others.
• Participate in and contribute to achieving team goals.
• Assist in the development of recommendations and implementation plans and assist in making quality decisions in complex areas.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor's degree, preferably with an emphasis in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Accounting designation or Masters’ degree
• Experienced Senior- Minimum of 3 years of relevant CDN Corporate tax experience or equivalent experience in business or industry.
• Broad exposure to corporate income taxation
• Ability to research and write utilizing electronic tax tools
• Excellent managerial, organizational, and verbal/written communication skills

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Mature mindset, proactive and committed, highly motivated driven team player

What we offer you

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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As a Seasonal Tax Assembler, you will be a part of our Private Tax practice during the busy season. You will be provided with an opportunity to work within a Big 4 firm while being part of an entrepreneurial practice. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to work for a few months during the year and who would like to form a long-lasting relationship with EY.

Your key responsibilities

As a Seasonal Tax Assembler, you will provide administrative support in the processing of personal tax returns for shareholders, managers and entrepreneurs for a wide variety of small owner managed clients and private entities.

Skills and attributes for success

• Photocopying and scanning of tax returns and associated documentation (i.e. T4 slips, investment receipts, etc.)
• Electronic filing of such documents into our TED (Tax Electronic Documents) system
• Collating of tax returns with correct schedules and attachments provided to the correct parties
• Typing letters
• Arranging couriers
• Creating paper files and transportation of such to other staff and records management department

To qualify for the role, you must have

• High school graduation
• Correctly determining which forms/schedules go to which recipient (i.e. CRA versus client versus file copy)
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work fast at very meticulous work for long periods of time
• Works well under pressure
• Able to work overtime
• Enjoys repetitive tasks
• Intermediate level understanding of MS Office Word and beginner level use of MS Excel
• Able to navigate and use MS Windows XP folders and files and quick to learn other in-house electronic filing systems
• Able to work independently as well as within a team
• must be available to work Monday - Friday during the day, with the possibility of overtime

Ideally, you’ll also

• Some office experience; preferably 3 months - 1 year

What we offer

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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Your key responsibilities

As a Tax Staff, you'll be responsible for recommending and implementing tax strategies that align with the client's objectives, corresponding with legal counsel and tax authorities on client issues, assisting with reorganizations, researching compliance and planning issues and reviewing personal, corporate and trust tax returns.

Skills and attributes for success

• Identify planning opportunities and prepare correspondence describing the income tax implications of implementing transactions
• Research client issues that arise from planning or compliance work using a variety of on-line sources
• Liaise with the client’s legal counsel
• Review personal, trust and corporate tax returns
• Liaise with Canada Revenue Agency and relevant provincial ministries on client issues
• Correspond with audit managers, staff and/or clients in answering clients’ specific personal, trust or corporate tax queries or about matters that arise from compliance or planning work
• Prepare tax election forms
• Assist and manage the administration of personal and trust tax compliance seasons

To qualify for the role, you must have

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or other appropriate academic major
• 1 – 2 years of relevant tax experience or equivalent experience in business or industry
• Possess a Canadian CPA or CA designation, or a reciprocal CA designation recognized with the CICA
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team
• Possess organization and time management skills

Ideally, you’ll also

• Proactive attitude, commitment, and a highly motivated and driven team player

What we offer you

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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As a Staff, you will be a part of our International Tax and Transaction Services, Toronto Transfer Pricing team. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated transfer pricing professionals to provide a fully integrated approach to transfer pricing, which includes preparing annual documentation, defending transfer pricing results in statutory audits, designing and implementing transfer pricing policies, and advising multinational enterprises on how to streamline and automate their transfer pricing processes.

By joining EY Tax, you will be able to develop technical transfer pricing expertise through our worldwide network of dedicated professionals and the critical skills required of a well-rounded consultant and trusted business advisor.

Your key responsibilities

Staff in our Transfer Pricing practice participate in various challenging engagements and contribute to the delivery of quality transfer pricing services to our diverse portfolio of clients.

Core elements of the role include

• Demonstrating a basic understanding of economic, finance, and accounting principles and effectively applying this knowledge to client engagements
• Assisting in the delivery of quality services and work products in a timely and responsive manner
• Thoroughly and accurately analyzing financial and other business information
• Assisting in the preparation of high quality, practical approaches to the client's economic situation and arrive at logical conclusions
• Presenting the results of your work to small groups of colleagues or client personnel
• Conducting research on and reviewing comparable transactions for companies in support preparing documentation, including for advanced pricing arrangements, audit defence materials, and planning
• Performing industry, company and other research as needed
• Participating in and contribute to achieving team goals.

Skills and attributes for success

• An undergraduate degree in economics, accounting, finance, business or a related field
• The ability to thrive within a fast-paced, professional services environment requiring multi-tasking and frequent collaboration with colleagues and clients
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Microsoft Power BI and Pivot experience

What we offer you

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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Your key responsibilities

Your role will focus on establishing relationships with client personnel at appropriate levels while working to consistently deliver exceptional client service across the global record-to-report and direct tax life-cycle processes. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Global delivery of end-to-end GCR contracts including data gathering, tax accounting, tax compliance, and tax controversy.
• Supporting the full engagement life cycle of global record-to-report managed services engagement including:
• Solution design and scoping
• Project management of implementation including mobilizing global cross-functional teams
• Service management of delivery to client
• Commercial management of contract, billing and change management
• Technology deployment and maintenance
• Managing data operations and data analytics
• Deliver value by sharing global accounting and tax developments, insights and market trends
• Support a number of GCR contracts, some with client interface and some in a supervisory service delivery role
• Focus on the successful delivery of projects, ensuring technical excellence and practical/business approach taken
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key contract stakeholders (internal and external) across multiple jurisdictions, and ensuring effective and timely communication

Skills and attributes for success

• Teaming across service lines, technical specialties and geographical boundaries to deliver exceptional client service
• Mobilizing global delivery capability and standardized process implementation
• Managing the operating governance structure and reporting protocols including ongoing service management and commercial management
• Managing technology/workflow with the information from each service line to provide consolidated view
• Monitoring progress, managing risk, maximizing operational efficiencies and making sure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
• Review and suggesting improvements to compliance and reporting processes considering data sources, hand-off points and controls

To qualify for the role you must have

• Strong analytical skills, interpersonal, and written/verbal communication skills as well as a strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail and an entrepreneurial approach to work.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to capture and synthesize business requirements.
• Strong proficiency and a high level of comfort working with new and emerging technologies.
• Ability to lead global virtual and on-site teams, mentor counselees and manage client-serving business.
• Proven project management skills, and an ability to plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget. A PMP qualification or similar would be beneficial.
• Experience of working on international projects
• Process and technology design skills
• A bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of five years of related work experience (e.g. accounting firm, international or regional tax experience).

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Demonstrate professionalism through a positive and cooperative attitude and by maintaining the confidential and proprietary nature of client relationships and related work products.
• Experience working on multi-jurisdictional projects
• Take ownership of tasks and have the proper judgment to make critical decisions.
• Have a strong ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Coach/mentor junior team members to help EY continue to build an inclusive culture and high-performing teams.
• the ability to thrive within a fast-paced, professional services environment

What we offer

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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As a Tax Services Staff, you will be a part of US Consulting Practice. We help our clients identify and solve complex US and international tax issues and assist them in successfully aligning all of the different areas of taxation into a benefit-driven strategy. You will be offered excellent opportunities for learning and career advancement.

Your key responsibilities

As our Tax Services Staff for our US Tax practice, you will help our clients identify and solve complex US and international tax issues and assist them in successfully aligning all of the different areas of taxation into a benefit-driven strategy. This position offers excellent opportunities for learning and career advancement.

Skills and attributes for success

• Demonstrate an understanding of tax concepts and effectively apply tax knowledge to client situations.
• Develop and deliver innovative tax planning ideas with timely and responsive services and work product that meet and/or exceed client expectations.
• Thoroughly and accurately analyze information.
• Prepare practical and creative solutions to the client's tax situation and arrive at appropriate conclusions.
• Make informed decisions in complex and judgmental areas.
• Establish/maintain long-term working relationships with clients.
• Pursue/share knowledge to develop professionally and enhance service delivery. Identify and sell opportunities for tax planning and other special services.
• Leverage technology to continually maximize productivity.
• Participate in national initiatives.
• Encourage communication and effectively supervise team members.
  Participate in recruiting efforts when necessary.
  

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting
• An accounting designation
• Minimum of 1 years U.S. Tax experience
• Excellent supervisory, analytical, and leadership ability
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to learning in a tax technology environment

Ideally, you’ll also

• An advanced degree in tax is highly desirable

What we offer

When you thrive, we thrive. The EY benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being:

• $5,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• Wellbeing benefit of $1,200/year

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