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Every day at Securian Canada means a day spent helping Canadians and their families build secure tomorrows. We’re agile and innovative, and we aren't afraid to challenge and create, or bring diverse perspectives to our work.
Who we need
The Tax Manager will be accountable to the tax compliance process and tax accounting function. In addition, you will manage direct and indirect tax, as well as tax matters associated with enterprise initiatives and business transactions.
Who we need
The Tax Manager will be accountable to the tax compliance process and tax accounting function. In addition, you will manage direct and indirect tax, as well as tax matters associated with enterprise initiatives and business transactions.
- Department
- Finance
- Employment Type
- Permanent - Full Time
- Location
- Montreal, QC
- Workplace type
- Hybrid
What you will do
- Oversee, communicate and be responsible for tax planning and structuring for Securian Canada and related entities;
- Be able to present results, findings and proposal to senior leadership team;
- Manage the implementation, maintenance, and execution of tax planning and transfer pricing methodologies;
- Own all matters relating to internal tax compliance;
- Provide strategic counsel and in-depth analysis on multifaceted tax implications pertaining to high-level business decisions, intricate financial structures, and complex transactions;
- Develop and execute tax strategies aimed at optimizing the company's financial performance while meticulously navigating the intricate landscape of Canadian tax laws and regulations;
- Oversee the preparation and submission of all corporate tax, premium tax, sale tax filings and remittances, ensuring adherence to intricate regulatory frameworks and standards;
- Forge robust collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholders across diverse departments, including Finance, Legal, Product & Pricing, and Business operations, to ensure seamless alignment and integration of tax strategies with broader organizational objectives;
- Proactively and effectively support the management of tax audits and assessments by performing technical analysis and gathering documentation in support of the audit process;
- Prepare estimates of and monitor tax payments/refunds to assist Treasury with short and long-term cash tax forecasts;
- Be responsible for Canadian tax accounts for financial reporting purposes to ensure activity and balances are reconciled and appropriately reflect the Company’s tax position and status;
- Be also responsible for the completion of the quarterly and annual Canadian and income tax provisions, financial statement notes disclosures and supporting analysis;
- Own all tax accounts and tax authority relationships;
- Work with Parent Company to assist on US tax related matters such as transfer pricing and Subpar F;
- Provide valuable insight and technical tax expertise, assisting with enterprise initiatives and business transactions;
- Participate in special projects and lead tax technical research;
- Consistently monitor and evaluate the internal processes and guidelines to ensure efficiency and provide recommendations on optimizing and automating the tax function while minimizing tax risks;
- May be required to lead team members including goal setting, performance reviews, coaching, driving corporate objective;
- Stay at the vanguard of emerging industry trends, evolving best practices, and emerging tax methodologies, synthesizing and integrating cutting-edge insights to fortify the company's tax strategy and resilience.
What you will bring
- The education. A licensed CPA with a minimum 7 years of related experience. Preferably attended CICA in depth tax course, CICA international tax course, and demonstrated ability to oversee complex tax matters.
- The knowledge & the experience. Strong Canadian corporate tax knowledge, sales tax, and premium tax knowledge. Thorough understanding of tax accounting and working experienced on enterprise projects. Knowledge of transfer pricing is an asset.
- The skills. Demonstrated ability to work with and manage internal parties and external advisors in relation to large scale transfer pricing planning, documentation, and audit defense projects. Ability to identify opportunities and execute plans for continuous improvement. Strong analytical capability and skilled in implementing processes and controls. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, combined with business acumen. Also able to express facts and ideas in writing in a clear, convincing, and organized manner, and listen effectively, and clarify information as needed to tax and non-tax internal and external stakeholders.
- The drive. Focus, highly motivated results-oriented individual with the strong ability to multi-task and perform under pressure and within strict timelines in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable working independently, and able to proactively manage end-to-end processes, follow up on identified issues and work toward resolution.
Why join?
When you’re a part of Securian Canada, you’re a member of an agile and innovative, high-performing, bright-thinking, make-things-happen culture – so that together, we can discover the art of possible.
At our company, we see your potential on day one and challenge you to grow your unique strengths as you create a career filled with opportunity, collaboration, and purpose.
You’ll also be part of a team that’s committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and who values diverse perspectives, so that you can be the person you want to be – both in, and outside, work.
Securian Canada offers a competitive total rewards program with a variety of perks and benefits, including:
- Flexible work arrangements with monthly financial allocations to support your work-life balance;
- Generous starting paid vacation time, plus additional vacation days for every year of service;
- Paid volunteer day so you can dedicate time to a cause you are passionate about;
- Paid personal and wellness days to support your total wellbeing;
- Educational assistance of up to $3,500 a year (with approval from your manager);
- Flexible health and wellness account (in addition to comprehensive drug and dental coverage)
to help pay for a wide range of wellbeing services that are meaningful to you; - Up to 14% of combined contributions to the RRSP matching program;
- Family-friendly maternity/parental leave and,
- Many, more benefits, perks and programs.
If you have at least 70% of the qualifications we're looking for, want to work in a fast-growing, leading and progressive company, and feel driven to help Canadians and their families build secure futures – we want to hear from you!
Take the first step in building your future with Securian Canada. Apply now.
Securian Canada is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment and equal access to employment for all qualified applicants. As such, upon request, Securian Canada will work with applicants that require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Please contact hr@securiancanada.ca for accommodation requests. All information shared during any accommodation request process will be stored and used only in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Securian Canada/Canadian Premier Life Insurance Company policies.
About Securian Canada
Who we are – and who we’re here for
We’re here for all Canadians and their families – however they define family. Our practical, life-ready insurance and protection solutions are designed to help provide financial security, so that Canadians can spend more time making every moment count.
For more than 65 years, we’ve been giving Canadians the confidence to face life’s uncertainties. With offices in Toronto, Montreal, Burnaby, Waterloo and Winnipeg, Securian Canada brings together strong local roots and expertise, a North American footprint, and a global perspective – all while innovating at the speed the markets we serve expect.
Together with our U.S. parent company, Securian Financial, we are a leading insurance provider in the Canadian Financial Institution and Association & Affinity markets. We offer insurance solutions built with genuine care – providing specialized experiences to those we serve.
What we do every day to be our very best
Every day at Securian Canada means a day spent helping Canadians and their families build secure tomorrows. We’re agile and innovative, and we aren't afraid to challenge and create, or bring diverse perspectives to our work.
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