Senior Tax Accountant

TJX Canada

At TJX Canada, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores-WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Here at TJX Canada, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals.

Job Description:

We're looking for a Senior Tax Accountant to join our team! This role offers the opportunity to ensure compliance with federal and provincial corporate tax regulations, while partnering with stakeholders across Canada, USA, and the UK on global tax initiatives. You'll play a crucial part in maintaining the income tax payment process, preparing tax filings, and supporting tax audits. Additionally, you'll develop strategic tax initiatives and provide guidance to team members, making a significant impact on our overall Finance function.

• We value integrity, respect, and teamwork, encouraging a unique and inclusive culture.
• Immediate access to our Group Benefits package, including a Health Care Spending Account, Associate & Family Assistance Program, and various well-being resources
• Management Incentive Plan along with a robust Retirement Savings Program
• A competitive vacation package, paired with a Vacation Trade Program that allows you to opt in for an extra week.
• Enjoy Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members.
• Comprehensive training and development resources designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed.
• Exciting career paths with growth opportunities and tuition reimbursement to support your career progression.
• Discover innovative amenities at our eco-friendly corporate office, along with the flexibility and balance of our hybrid work model.

• Ensures compliance with federal and provincial corporate tax regulations, including Canadian tax preparation and filings (T5013/T2/T106/NR4, T3010, and more).. Regularly partners with stakeholders across Canada, the USA and UK on initiatives and global income tax requirements (e.g. reporting).
• Maintains the income tax payment process, including timeliness and accuracy; supports with tax payment reporting, tax account reconciliations, and cash tax forecasting.
• Prepares and submits the Canadian Foreign Affiliate filings, calculations (T1134, ACB, FAPI, exempt surplus, etc.), and other reports or returns in compliance with local requirements.
• Prepares quarterly and annual income tax forecasts and provisions for TJX Canada (in accordance with ASC740) as part of the income tax provision process for the wider TJX Group of Companies.
• Supports Canadian tax audits by collecting, analyzing, drafting responses and collaborating with the wider team to enable timely responses to inquiries.
• Identifies changes in federal and provincial legislative tax laws, determines the impact to the business, and makes recommendations in order to influence strategic decisions.
• Develops strategic tax initiatives to improve overall process and audit documentation; considers tax related improvements for the overall function.
• Partners with the global tax team on transactions as required; collaborates with global internal and external teams to execute projects and initiatives.
• Provides guidance and coaching to team members; reviews work, provides informal input on performance, and acts as resource to answer questions or discuss best practices with both team and other departments.

• A minimum of three (3) years professional experience in Canadian corporate taxation; excellent understanding of Canadian corporate tax.
• Chartered Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Specialist Program (CSP) designation; in-depth Taxation education acceptable in lieu of formal designation.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; solution oriented, effectively estimates implications of decisions, leverages prior experience, and adapts quickly to the changing work environment.
• Good interpersonal skills. Provides advice, feedback, and guidance to associates in the resolution of problems; acts as collaborative partner, and positively influences others to act in best interests of the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated facilitation and presentation ability.
• Strong technical aptitude including excellent spreadsheet management skills (Microsoft Excel), ERP General Ledger packages; experience with Oracle, Power Bi or other data analytics software is an asset.
• Drive to take initiative, demonstrates curiosity, and eagerness to learn.