Specialist, Tax (Non-Union)
Mississauga, ON
Full-time, 35 hours/ week, Hybrid
At Alectra, we're not just about powering communities; we're about empowering our people. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.
What you'll do
The Tax Specialist adheres to all legislative tax compliance and financial reporting requirements and strives to identify opportunities to minimize the amount of taxes payable while remaining compliant with accounting principles and the legislated statutes.
Preparation of annual corporate income tax returns, monthly income tax provisions and monthly HST returns
Preparation of all working papers to support tax filings
Support income and commodity tax audits and work directly with the government auditor
Ensure compliance with tax legislation regarding payments to foreign vendors, including the calculation and issue of Non-Resident tax slips (T4ANR, NR4) and informational return filings
Monitor tax legislation and Ontario Energy Board initiatives relating to tax
Preparation and analysis of regulatory tax filings
Provide support and tax analysis for financial statement and management reporting
Preparation of tax budget and forecasts to support the annual Financial Plan
Preparation of property tax payments, accruals and analysis
Perform research pertaining to tax planning, issues, and legislative developments
Provide tax support in the planning, design and implementation of projects and new strategic initiatives
Ensure compliance to legislative, regulatory and Health & Safety policies, procedures and standards
Perform other duties as assigned
Who you are
Education & Specialized Knowledge
Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
Fully designated Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Canada
CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course
In-depth commodity tax course / training strongly preferred
In-depth knowledge of the Income Tax Act and tax accounting
Knowledge of the energy and utility industries, including a solid understanding of the regulatory environment
Knowledge of Regulatory accounting and IFRS
Proficiency in Tax software and Tier I ERP systems
Proficiency in MS Office applications, with advanced knowledge in Excel
Experience
Minimum 5 years in corporate taxation (income, commodity)
Strong foundation in financial and management tax accounting and/or reporting
Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset
Skills/Abilities/Competencies
Highly self-motivated and directed
Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues
Excellent written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information in an organized and concise way
Strong attention to detail
Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines
Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Must hold and maintain a valid class "G" driver's license
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