Tax Technician - Ottawa Compliance Centre - Ottawa

At EY youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with the global scale support inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.

In EY Tax youll have the opportunity to help the worlds leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world. Youll get a unique glimpse deep inside a companys business and become a trusted advisor working collaboratively on a team that influences major business decisions. Demand has made this a rapidly growing area and the relationships we build here translate into big business in other areas making this a true priority.You wont find a tax culture like this anywhere else so whether youre looking for a longterm role in personal tax compliance or are interested in progressing on to other areas this is a great place to be.

The opportunity

As a Tax Technician youll be part of EYs Global Compliance & Reporting practice in our Ottawa Compliance Centre location. This position offers excellent opportunities for learning to the right candidate. We are seeking fulltime candidates who can fulfill the following responsibilities and qualifications.

Your key responsibilities

As a Tax Technician youll work with the team to manage administrative tasks. In addition youll:

• Prepare supporting documents and working papers
• Collate and efile submissions of tax returns
• Develop direct contacts with clients acting as a liaison between client contacts and internal teams
• Provide clients with quality timely and responsive services and work products

Skills and attributes for success

• The ability to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast paced and high volumeenvironment with keen attention to client needs
• The ability to coordinate and manage a large team of staff to meet target due dates
• The ability to manage time spent against budget and work alongside team members to ensure the timely completion of work deliverables
• The ability to be proactive use own initiative and work independently as well as part of the team
• The ability to demonstrate sound judgment regarding confidential and sensitive matters
• The ability to adapt quickly to changes and propose solutions as needed
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills

To qualify for the role you must have

• College diploma in accounting finance or tax or equivalent
• Previous related tax experience would be an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• The flexibility to work additional hours

Ideally youll also have

• Fluent in written and verbal English
• A commitment to learning and using our tax technology and processes

What we look for

Were interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. Were looking for people with a genuine passion for tax and the future of tax and are inspired to help the worlds leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide this role is for you.

What we offer

At EY our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture built on highperformance teaming where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people our clients and our communities. Its one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offeracompetitivecompensationpackage where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future.Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical prescription drug and dental coverage a defined contribution pension plan a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence) and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical financial and social wellbeing. Plus we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way thats right for you

About EY

As a global leader in assurance tax transaction and advisory services were using the finance products expertise and systems weve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join however long you stay the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. Recognized as one of Canadas top employers EY continually strives to be a great place to work and with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people well make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

Diversity and Inclusion at EY

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. Were committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued policies and practices are equitable and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism advancing gender equity and women in leadership advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA community promoting ourneuroinclusionand accessibility initiatives and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations Inuit and Mtis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences abilities backgrounds and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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