Manager, canadian tax – insurance

Position Overview

Title: Manager, Canadian Tax
- Insurance

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager, Canadian Tax
- Insurance to lead and support tax compliance and reporting for a Canadian insurance business. This role collaborates closely with Finance, Actuarial, Legal, Investments, and business leaders on strategic tax matters while ensuring compliance with Canadian tax legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Tax Compliance & Reporting
  • Manage the preparation and review of federal and provincial corporate income tax returns, tax elections, and information filings.
  • Oversee quarterly and annual tax provisions under IFRS and support financial statement disclosures.
  • Ensure timely compliance with all Canadian direct tax obligations.
  • Monitor tax balances, instalments, audits, assessments, and tax account reconciliations.
  • Assess the tax implications of changes in legislation and emerging tax developments affecting the insurance industry.
  • Support tax‑efficient business planning and capital management initiatives.
  • Collaborate with legal, finance, actuarial, and investment teams on strategic transactions.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices in tax reporting and compliance.
  • Perform other assigned duties with the Canadian Tax Compliance and Reporting team.
• Audit & Regulatory Support
  • Manage interactions with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and provincial tax authorities.
  • Lead responses to tax audits, inquiries, and information requests.
  • Identify and mitigate tax risks through implementation of appropriate controls and governance processes.
  • Mentor and develop tax team members.

• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CA preferred).
• Completion of the CPA In‑Depth Tax Course or equivalent advanced tax training.
• 5‑8+ years of progressive Canadian corporate tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian income tax legislation and tax accounting principles.
• Experience preparing or reviewing tax provisions under IFRS.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of insurance company taxation under the Income Tax Act.
• Experience managing CRA audits and tax controversy matters.
• Familiarity with tax technology and process automation tools.

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Technical tax expertise
• Leadership and team development
• Project management
• Problem‑solving and critical thinking
• Strong attention to detail
• Influence and collaboration across functions

• Competitive compensation and annual incentive program.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Pension and retirement savings programs.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Opportunities for career growth within a leading insurance organization.

Base salary range: $82,800.00 - $ per year.

Compensation may include commissions, bonuses, and additional benefits. Full details available on our benefits page.

BMO is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive, fair, and accessible workplace.