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We are currently recruiting for an Estate Tax Specialist to join our Tax Operations team. You will play an integral part in the preparation of the client's estate tax slips under the Canadian income tax laws. This position requires deep understanding of tax regulations and a meticulous approach to ensure complete and accurate tax slips are produced.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Responsible for preparing, reviewing, researching, and analyzing estate tax files/slips for accuracy and completeness. Tax slips include TFSA, T4RIF, T4RSP, T4A, RL1, RL2, NR4, RC249 and other customized statements.
Perform data validation by sample checking tax reports against estate settlement documents and client account/activity information in our internal system.
Monthly reconciliation and review of estate accounts and settlements.
Work closely with the Tax team to ensure complete and accurate tax slips are distributed to clients and remitted to CRA/MRQ.
Ensure all findings or discrepancies in client data files are escalated, documented, and addressed in a timely manner.
Work closely with the estates team and other business units to review, document and enhancement estate tax processes.
Support the Tax team in tax package mail outs, slip amendment process, and answering client tax inquiries during peak periods of tax season.
Complete various ad-hoc duties & projects within the Tax department.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Minimum 2 years of experience in tax function and/or estate reporting
Completion of a post-secondary program
Familiar with various estate tax slips and forms (TFSA, T4RIF, T4RSP, T4A, NR4, RC249)
Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, primarily Excel
Strong analysis and reconciliation skills
Detail-oriented and self-motivated
Knowledge of the broker-dealer industry an asset
Knowledge of non-registered CRA, FATCA, CRS, and QI tax regimes an asset
Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
Capable of working independently and as part of a team
Overtime may be required during peak periods of the tax season (Jan-Apr)
WHAT WE OFFER
Modern HQ location within walking distance from Union Station
Training Reimbursement
Paid Professional Designations
Employee Savings Plan (ESP)
Corporate Discount Program
Enhanced group benefits
Parental Leave Top-up program
Paid time off for Volunteering
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.
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