Tax Specialist

Location

Toronto-Beaver Creek, Canada (Hybrid). This position is primarily based in Toronto. Hybrid strategy: three days a week in the office, with the option to work remotely for some of the week. Find out more about our culture of flexible working.

We are looking for a Tax Specialist to implement methodologies that maximize operating efficiency, ensure tax compliance, formulate tax policies, develop cost‑saving strategies, and lead tax‑related projects.

• Coordinate the annual project to process tax reporting.
• Process amendment and cancellation reporting; tax refunds and adjustments for security holders and tax authorities.
• Ensure all tax deadlines are met internally and externally; reconcile filings to minimize assessments and penalties.
• Lead testing on new or changed tax‑related system functionality.
• Review, research, and analyze tax records and files for payments to security holders and claims from IRS, CRA, and MRQ.
• Coordinate complete production of accurate year‑end tax reporting to security holders.
• Investigate credit and refunds, resolve discrepancies timely.
• Adapt to changing department needs, including rotating shift schedule 8:30 pm to 7:00 pm.
• Work overtime during tax season (Jan‑Mar).

If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, have high accuracy, and thrive in a goal‑oriented environment, you’re a good fit.

• Recent expert knowledge of tax compliance in income taxation and fiduciary tax returns.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or finance.
• Advanced knowledge of income taxation and related regulatory and legislative requirements.
• Superior analytical skills and ability to work independently.
• Well‑organized, highly motivated team player who can meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven organizational skills.
• Advanced computer knowledge and skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Project, Visio, and XML.

• 3‑6 years of progressively responsible administrative or supervisory experience in a financial institution, corporate trust, stock transfers, or securities environment.
• Background in income trust and mutual fund industry.
• Professional designations: CGA, CA, CMA, CPA (Canadian Payroll Association).
• Broad knowledge of the Canadian Securities Industry, preferably from a Corporate Trust or Stock Transfer perspective.

• Flexible work schedule.
• Health and wellbeing rewards tailored to support you and your family.
• Option to invest in the company with salary purchase of shares and company contribution.
• Recognition awards, team gatherings, and other benefits. See details at

Computershare is a global leader in financial administration with over 11,000 employees in more than 22 countries.

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