Tax Specialist Jobs in Ontario

A Tax Specialist in the accounting industry is responsible for preparing, filing, and ensuring the accuracy of an organization's or individual's tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, and providing advice on tax related matters. They research, analyze, interpret, and apply tax laws, regulations, and court decisions to help optimize tax savings and minimize tax liabilities. Their duties also include identifying tax savings opportunities, developing tax strategies, and assisting with audits and tax litigations.

The skills required for a Tax Specialist include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail, a thorough understanding of tax laws and regulations, and proficiency in tax software and databases. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and tax authorities. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Certified Tax Coach (CTC) certification would be advantageous. Prior roles that can lead to a Tax Specialist position include Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst, or Tax Associate.

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Senior Tax Analyst, Indirect Tax

  • Toronto, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 3 days ago

entries Responsible for international indirect, Federal Excise Tax, and other tax compliance procedures and coordinate with external consultants as needed to ensure deadlines are met Responsible for...

Manager Tax

  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago

This role will also support ongoing global tax planning, transfer pricing, tax audits, and tax compliance as required from time to time. What youll be doing....

Interim Director Tax - IFRS Tax Provisions - 3 months

  • Toronto, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 8 days ago

About the Opportunity Prepare IFRS tax accounting provision and notes to financial statements for year-end financial statements Review uncertain tax positions, analysis of taxes payable accounts...

Tax Manager

  • Ancaster, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Ancaster, ON
  • 11 days ago

What Youll Be Doing: Lead Canadian tax research, compliance, accounting (IFRS), and strategic planning Manage tax provisions, reporting packages, and corporate income tax compliance Oversee audits,...

Senior Tax Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 12 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? In this role, you will act as subject matter expert and principal resource within the Professional Practice Group (PPG), Royal Trust, on all...

Associate Tax Manager - Audits and Special Projects

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 12 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 12 days ago

Experience with online tax research tools and materials. Strong organizational skills and ability to adapt quickly to change....

Specialized Senior Tax Analyst Indirect Tax

  • Toronto, ON
  • 13 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 13 days ago

research support; Support the corpo rate accounting cycle (e.g., m onthly attestation and reconciliation of internal general ledger accounts ) ; Build good relationships with external auditors and...

Tax Analyst Intern

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 30+ days ago

The Tax Analyst Intern will assist with indirect and income tax compliance, conduct tax research, and analyze tax accounts....

Director, Tax

  • Windsor, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Windsor, ON
  • 45+ days ago

This includes managing all tax compliance, audits and controversies, transfer pricing, planning and advisory support, including providing tax guidance on tax matters....

US Income Tax Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 45+ days ago

compliance forms for foreign entities, such as forms 5471s, 5472s, as well as calculations for GILTI, FDII, subpart F, BEAT, and FTC....

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Tax Analyst

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 45+ days ago

At BrandSafway, we know our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we give them the tools, training, and resources to be successful. Come join our growing team. We are looking for a Tax...

Income Tax Manager

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 45+ days ago

Identify and implement process improvements related to tax compliance and audits gained from both internal reviews as well as outside audits....

International Tax Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 60+ days ago

Ability to perform tax research and interpret tax laws, regulations, and rulings. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite....

Senior Manager, Tax

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 90+ days ago

The candidate would work with the Director and the rest of the Tax team in areas of income tax compliance, accounting for income taxes, indirect taxation, tax audits, and transfer pricing....

(CAN) Senior Manager, Tax Accounting

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 90+ days ago

Assist with ad-hoc business projects to minimize tax exposure and ensure proper tax compliance. 8....

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Salary for Tax Specialist Jobs in Ontario

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Tax Specialists in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
31.5%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Tax Specialists in Ontario
None
27.3%
1-2 years
22.7%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
2-4 years
18.2%
4-6 years
9.1%
6-8 years
4.5%


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