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Intermediate Tax Accountant - 18139 (Closed)

ARE YOU AN INTERMEDIATE TAX ACCOUNTANT SEEKING A NEW AND EXCITING OPPORTUNITY? Our client is looking to hire an Intermediate Tax Accountant who will focus exclusively on taxation.

Intermediate Tax Accountant

As a member of the Finance team, the Intermediate Accountant plays a key role in tax planning and preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual consolidated internal and external financial statements.

In this role you will perform various accounting, tax and administrative tasks as part of the Accounting team. You will be responsible for preparing and/or assisting in the preparation of several financial statement, notes to the statement, interacting with CRA and filing monthly HST & GST returns and key information within the MD&A.

About the Opportunity

• Interfacing with the CRA on filing statuses and other issues, respond to the CRA’s requests for information and assisting through the claim review process
• Lead the preparation of various accounts reconciliation (ex. AR / Unearned Revenue / Intercompany / Payroll)
• Assist in the preparation and filing of the federal income tax returns including maintenance of tax work papers and supporting documentation
• Prepare provincial income tax returns including tax work papers and supporting documentation
• Assist in federal and provincial tax audits as necessary
• Timely respond to information requests and questions from federal and provincial taxing authorities
• Assist in implementation of tax strategies and on-going administration
• Oversee certain reoccurring reporting requirements such as relocations and work opportunity tax credits
• Assist in the year-end audit process
• Lead the preparation of month-end schedules and posting month-end entries e.g. AR / Prepaid / Fixed Assets)
• Prepares journal entries and other accounting entries and transactions as necessary
• Assists in month-end/year-end closing and reporting, ensuring completion in a timely manner
• Assists with annual external audit
• Partnering up with the stores to assist with their financial analysis and decision making processes
• Prepares and file GST/HST returns
• Assists in preparation of tax reporting working papers
• Other duties as assigned by Finance Managers

About You  

• Bachelor degree in accounting/finance
• Completion or near completion of a professional accounting designation (CPA – CA, CMA, CGA)
• 2 to 3 years of relevant experience
• Prior experience in corporate tax preparation
• Retail industry experience an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized with the ability to keep meticulous records and filing systems
• Self-motivated, energetic and the ability to multi-task
• Detail oriented
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to function as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and support
• High proficiency in the use of PCs, MS Excel and MS Word, with advanced level Excel skills
• Experience in handling a full set of books and records, including in-depth knowledge of inventory reporting
• Proficiency with automated accounting system and software, knowledge of Epicor and Microsoft Dynamics NAV is preferred
• Ability to meet deadlines as required

Salary Range
$55,000 - $60,000/year

How to Apply
Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #18139.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

About Lannick

Lannick is the premier professional recruitment and staffing firm in the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 1985, Lannick provides best-in-class finance, accounting and technology professionals at all roles and levels through its three divisions: Lannick Finance & Accounting, Pro Count Staffing and Lannick Technology. Lannick places more than 1,000 candidates annually and is a preferred vendor for Canada’s most successful organizations. Learn more at www.lannick.com.

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