Job Description

Lightspeed is seeking a full-time Senior Tax Accountant to assist in managing the global tax functions. Reporting to the Corporate Tax Manager, the ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses strong organizational skills, and is extremely attentive to detail. The working environment is dynamic, and daily tasks include a variety of tax duties. If you're interested in the opportunity to expand your skills by working with the Finance team of a growing public technology company, this may be the position for you.

What you'll be responsible for

• Work within the tax function to assist in global income tax accounting and worldwide tax compliance processes
• Research tax issues and recommend alternative tax treatments to reduce the company's tax burden and risks (domestic and international)
• Coordinate with external advisors in the preparation of tax returns for global entities
• Coordinate month-end financial reporting procedures including reconciling tax accounts, preparing internal control documentation, and some filing obligations
• Prepare responses to audit and notice requests from tax authorities
• Help with the integration of potential merger and acquisition activities
• Provide cash tax estimates and effective tax rate forecasts to the Financial Planning & Analysis group for budgeting and forecasting purposes
• Support the preparation of various sales tax returns and assist with internal sales tax inquiries as needed
• Support the preparation and submission of R&D and E-business tax credit claims
• Support the preparation of the transfer pricing file
• Assist the Tax Manager in special projects, as required

What you'll bring to the team

• 2-5 years of experience of accounting and industry tax experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent experience
• Familiar with US and Canadian taxes
• Strong knowledge of Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Adept at handling sensitive documents
• Willingness to learn different tax concepts

Even better if you have, but not necessary

• Familiar with European or Australian-Pacific taxes
• Fluency in French
• Experience with NetSuite
• Transfer pricing, M&A, equity compensation experience
• Experience working in public or other SaaS/technology companies
• CPA designation in progress
• In-depth tax course, Masters of taxation or equivalent in progress

What's in It for you

In addition to the perks you see on the Careers page, you'll get access to:

• An opportunity to learn and grow in a scaling technology company, all while seeing your direct impact
• A beautifully renovated office space in a castle; one of the best development centers in Montreal;
• An environment that encourages initiatives and leadership;
• Work with highly talented people who are as passionate about their craft as you are!

To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Where to from here?
Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you're proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out our .

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that. We were founded in 2005, in Montreal's gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community. The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.

Who we are:
Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences. Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.

Founded in Montreal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.