Leads Canadian and international tax compliance, tax provisions, forecasting, audit defense, planning, and financial reporting. Manages corporate tax filings, foreign affiliate and country-by-country reporting, tax account reconciliations, transfer pricing coordination, repatriation strategies, and U.S. tax compliance providers. Supports tax research and business-unit inquiries while developing junior staff. The role requires CPA/CA credentials, advanced Canadian corporate tax expertise, IFRS tax accounting knowledge, multinational provision experience, and direct-report management.
Job Title: Tax Manager
*Please note: this position is 100% in-office in Guelph, ON.
Job Summary
The Manager of Taxation will lead a team of Tax specialists in tax compliance, provision, forecasting, audit defense, and tax planning.
Responsibility
- Manage all Canadian tax compliance requirements including corporate tax filings (T2), non-resident transaction reporting (T106), foreign affiliate reporting (T1134), country-by-country reporting (RC4649), and surplus calculations
- Manage the quarterly tax provision reporting for global group, annual consolidated tax provision reporting, and financial statement note disclosures.
- Monitor tax accounts for financial reporting purposes to ensure activity and balances are reconciled and appropriately reflect the Company’s tax position.
- Manage and respond to Canadian corporate tax audit issues and queries
- Support business units by responding to tax specific queries
- Participate in special projects/perform technical research as assigned by management.
- US tax compliance coordination including working with external service providers
- Assist in the coordination of cash repatriation and financing strategies
- Assist in the coordination of transfer pricing analysis and documentation requirements.
- Lead in the development and mentorship of junior tax staff
Academic/Educational Requirements
- Certified/Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA/CA) designation
- Completion of the CPA Canada In-depth Tax course
- Five or more years of Canadian corporate income tax experience, including a good working knowledge of Canada’s tax rules on foreign affiliates, scientific research and experimental development, transfer pricing, and profit repatriation issues.
- Thorough understanding of tax accounting under IFRS and experience working on multi-national public company tax provisions.
- Broad international tax experience in such countries as Mexico, the U.S., France, Germany, China, is an asset.
- Industry experience in a manufacturing environment is also preferred.
Required Skills/Experience
- Experience managing direct reports
- Ability to communicate effectively with external and internal stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work to deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Project management skills with proven ability to drive projects through to completion.
What Linamar Has to Offer
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Council
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
About Us
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
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Linamar Corporation Guelph, Ontario, CAN Office
287 Speedvale Ave. W., Guelph, ON, Canada, N1H1C5
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