Senior Tax Manager (Contractor)

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Senior Tax manager. Fixed term contract - Ideally for 9 months

The Senior Tax Manager (Contractor for 9 months) is a highly technical and execution-focused role. Brought on to provide critical surge support, this position will primarily lead the end-to-end execution of M&A integrations and handle ad hoc tax processes to support the company's strategic initiatives.

This role reports to: Head of Tax & Treasury

This role is hybrid (2-3 days/week in the office) - based in Toronto, ON.

Key Accountabilities

Tax Planning Support & Execution

• M&A Execution: Execute detailed components of complex tax matters, including tax due diligence, structuring documentation, and post-acquisition integration, under the guidance of the Tax Director.

• Business Partnership: Serve as a primary internal technical resource, providing accurate and timely tax analysis and support to Finance, Legal, and Business Units on project integrations and day-to-day operational transitions.

• Cross-Border Structuring: Apply strong working knowledge of cross-border structuring to ensure seamless integration of newly acquired entities

Tax Compliance, Financial Reporting, and Operational Management

• Tax Compliance: Direct and manage the preparation and review of Canadian direct and indirect tax obligations (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, employment tax, pension tax, transfer pricing, withholding tax) to ensure timely and accurate filing.

• Tax Provision Execution: Lead the detailed preparation and execution of the quarterly/annual tax provision cycle, including all supporting documentation, tax reporting disclosures, and the maintenance of uncertain tax positions.

• Canadian Tax Expertise: Provide tax subject matter expertise and research on tax accounting issues. Maintain current knowledge of accounting, legal, procedural and technology developments as they relate to the applicable legal entity. 

• Audit and Dispute Management: Manage the day-to-day process for tax audits and disputes, ensuring documentation is audit-ready and coordinating information flow between tax authorities, external advisors, and the Tax team.

• Operational Efficiency: Execute process improvements and standardization across compliance and reporting tasks to enhance the efficiency and auditability of the tax function's core processes.

Tax Technology & Automation

• System Utilization: Drive the day-to-day use and adoption of new technologies (e.g., tax engines, workflow automation) implemented to streamline routine compliance tasks.

• Data Quality Ownership: Ensure the quality and integrity of underlying tax data, including assisting in the creation and use of system-generated reports for tax analysis and compliance.

Must Have(s):

• Education: CPA, CA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.

• Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in corporate tax, with a proven track record of managing end-to-end tax compliance and reporting in a multinational environment.

• Leadership: 3+ years of experience supervising or managing staff and/or external advisors, with a hands-on approach to mentoring and workload management.

• Technical Expertise: Deep technical expertise in Canadian tax and strong working knowledge of transfer pricing, cross-border structuring, as well as employment and pension tax.

• Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of standards within IFRS. 

• Skills: Exceptional technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills; proven ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines.

Salary Range: 140,000/year -160,000/year CAD

Please note that the salary range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. 

The recruiting efforts for this role are intended to fill a vacant position.

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located. 

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.