Tax Specialist (Montreal)

Andersen in Canada (Montreal office), is looking for a tax specialist interested by a professional experience in a growing firm and by Canadian and international tax challenges.

Job description

Reporting to the senior members of the firm, the tax specialist will be involved in tax compliance and tax planning mandates including but not limited to:

• Canadian income tax filings
• International compliance (T1134 & T106 forms)
• Miscellaneous (e.g. government tax audits, tax planning, etc.)

The chosen candidate will possess an excellent aptitude for communication, be able to work independently as well as in a team. He possesses a high level of critical judgment, has an analytical spirit, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities and tasks

• Assist in tax compliance files for corporate clients including the preparation and/or review of quarterly or annual tax provision calculations, corporate income tax returns, treaty based returns and surplus calculations
• Support with international tax compliance for clients through the preparation and/or review of T1134 and T106 forms
• Assist in the conception and implementation of Canadian and international tax planning
• Assist in the tax planning of cross-border merger and acquisitions
• Support due diligence examinations of Canadian companies during domestic or cross-border acquisitions
• Support the senior members during tax audits
• Act as a support to respond to any ad hoc questions by clients of the firm
• Coordinate with participants when it comes to transfer pricing, scientific research and experimental development (SRED), and indirect taxes

Requirements

• CPA designation
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in an accounting firm or other, experience in a major accounting firm is an asset
• Have completed or be registered for a Masters degree in taxation or to the CICA In-depth advanced courses in taxation or equivalent
• Bilingualism a must (French and English)
• Team spirit, organization skills, project management experience in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Judgment and autonomy

We offer

• A friendly, respectful and dynamic working environment
• Our offices are located in the heart of downtown Montreal, at Peel metro station
• An environment that supports and encourages professional development
• Advancement opportunities.

Additional information

Please send your application to: patrick.coutu@ca.Andersen.com

Only selected candidates will be contacted.

* The masculine gender is used throughout this document without bias, in the interest of simplicity and ease of reading.