Johnson Electric Tax Manager 

Canada, Ontario, Hamilton 

807782064

As a member of the North America Tax team, the Canada Tax Manager will report to the Senior Tax Manager, Johnson Electric North America, and be responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, reporting, tax risk management and strategic tax planning for the Canadian operation. This role plays a critical function in ensuring accurate tax provisions, audit management, and regulatory compliance in accordance with Canadian tax laws, IFRS, and BEPS 2.0 requirements.

• Global Presence : Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.

• Career Advancement : Clear career paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.

• Employee Well-being : Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.

• Sustainability Commitment : Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.

• Inclusive Workplace : An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.

• Overall responsibility for Canadian tax research, compliance, accounting (IFRS), customs, indirect taxes, non-resident withholding taxes and strategic planning for the group

• Responsible for all mid-year/year-end tax provisions and tax reporting packages

• Responsible for all corporate income tax compliance requirements, as well as the provision-to-return true-ups for three Canadian operating and one special purpose internal financing entities

• Manage all income tax, EIFEL rules calculations, payroll, and sales tax audits (federal, provincial and transfer pricing), indirect tax, property tax and SRED recovery engagements with external consultants, and mid-year/year-end tax reporting with the external auditor

• Collaborate with Johnson Electric Canada finance teams and prepare the quarterly cash tax forecasts and thin cap calculations

• Responsible for BEPS 2.0 calculations and filings

• Support on cross-border transactions among affiliated companies of Johnson Electric working with our Transfer Pricing team as necessary

• Support Johnson Electric global tax teams for any global tax optimization initiatives

• Serve as tax expert to Canadian operations, develop an understanding of complex taxation issues impacting the group. Advise and prepare internal memos for discussion and sign-off

• Monitor relevant Canadian tax legislation changes and ensure timely compliance and optimal impact for the business

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• CPA or CPA, CA designation required

• 8-10 years of experience in in Canadian corporate taxation

• Strong knowledge of Canada Income Tax Act, IFRS, BEPS 2.0, transfer pricing, and indirect taxes

• Exposure to working in an international environment, with multi-currencies, complex tax structures and different time-zones preferred

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail

• Proficiency in ERP systems, tax software, and financial reporting tools

• Oracle FCCS consolidation experience preferred

• Detailed – oriented individual that understands importance of accuracy and completeness

• Passionate about learning the business and industry and delivering high quality and accurate results

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Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.