Manager, Taxation in Calgary, Alberta

Location

Calgary – 4906 Richard Road SW

Business

At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind – creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.As part of Brookfield — one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world — we harness our resources to bring a fresh approach, unparalleled creativity, relentless innovation, and sound Sustainability practices to the planning, development, and management of buildings everywhere. From offices, retail spaces, and logistics facilities to multifamily residences, hospitality establishments, and mixed-use structures — we are reimagining real estate from the ground up.

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Overview:

R eporting to the SVP, Taxation, the Manager, Taxation manages the Canadian tax compliance and tax reporting requirements of the Company and assists the SVP, Tax with various tax planning projects. This individual plays an integral role in leading, identifying and implementing best practices, and optimizing the corporation’s tax structure. As a member of the Company’s finance leadership team, the Manager, Taxation interacts with senior leadership to proactively identify tax opportunities and satisfactorily resolve prior years’ tax examination.

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Key Deliverables:

• Oversee the preparation and filing of all corporate tax returns in compliance with relevant Canadian tax laws and regulations.

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all required tax documentation.

• Manage the process for foreign affiliate reporting.

• Implement tax planning strategies to optimize the company’s tax position.

• Provide guidance on the tax implications of business decisions and proposed transactions.

• Assist in the development of tax efficient international and domestic structures while achieving administrative efficiency and operational flexibility.

• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate reporting of tax provisions for financial statements under U.S. GAAP and IFRS.

• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements as they relate to tax matters.

• Stay current with changes in Canadian and foreign affiliate tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on the company

• Conduct research on specific tax issues and provide recommendations.

• Work closely with internal departments, external auditors, and tax authorities to address inquiries and resolve issues.

• Provide training and guidance to junior members of the finance team.

• Evaluate the efficiency of tax processes and implement tax automation wherever possible.

• Foster a supportive and collaborative team culture through coaching and team-building activities.

• Collaborate with leadership to set performance goals and track individual and team progress.

• Conduct in-depth tax research to interpret and analyze tax laws and regulations as required by the business. Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and communicate their impact on the organization.

• Analyze financial data and transactions to identify tax implications and provide recommendations for optimization.

• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing tax findings, implications, and recommendations.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or finance designation along with a (CPA) designation would be an asset

• 5+ years of corporate income tax experience and leadership/supervisory experience.

• Strong background in tax compliance and tax reporting with an emphasis on corporate tax matters and experience working with companies with complex structures and cross-border transactions.

• Strong working knowledge of computerized accounting systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Practical experience and knowledge of financial reporting requirements

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian tax laws and regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

What We Offer:​

• Competitive compensation

• Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1

• RRSP program, contributions begins day 1

• Paid Volunteer Hours

• Paid parental leave

• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options

• Wellness and mental health resources

• Pet insurance offering

• A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community

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We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. We develop, operate, and manage more than 1100 properties and 395 million square feet of real estate across the globe. It’s a feat that wouldn’t be possible without our team, a diverse group of creative visionaries and innovative experts who are relentless in pursuit of one goal: to ensure our buildings don’t simply meet the needs of our tenants, residents, and communities — but exceed them, every day.