Tax Technology and Transformation Manager Toronto

EY Tax Technology and Transformation TTT - provides innovative solutions to help companies manage the challenges of existing and emerging technologies particularly the increasing data demands they face. Our services include:

• Digital Tax Transformation
• Tax Applications-as-a-Service
• Tax Data Improvement
• Enhanced Tax Analytics and Reporting
• Emerging Tax Technologies including Robotic Process Automation - RPA Machine Learning - ML Artificial Intelligence - AI data lake development and business intelligence
• Tax Technology Program Mobilization
• Custom Tax Technology Application Development and Deployment
• Implementation and Configuration of Direct and Indirect Tax Systems
• Tax Operating Model Transformation focusing on process improvement risk management and controls
• Tax Function Assessments

Our goal is to empower businesses to thrive in the digital age of tax transparency while adapting to new trends in tax compliance and audit methodologies.

The opportunity

The field of taxation is continually evolving with the introduction of new laws regulations and technologies. The technology that supports tax processes and information flow is advancing even more rapidly. EY is making substantial investments in this dynamic area creating exciting career opportunities for EYs TTT group you will have the chance to work on high-profile projects with renowned clients and be involved in groundbreaking technological developments.

Your key responsibilities

The TTT - Manager is part of a team that works with companies across a variety of industry sectors to improve end-to-end business processes driving tax performance. Managers are responsible for leading and coordinating projects while teaming with talented and innovative professionals dedicated to client service.

Core elements of the role

• Develop agile tax operating models and metrics helping clients uncover improvement opportunities.
• Optimize tax processes to enhance business outcomes across corporate indirect and international tax domains.
• Design efficient and controlled tax processes with enabling technologies to minimize risk.
• Implement technologies that boost business performance integrating upstream financial systems with downstream tax tools.
• Collaborate with finance and IT teams to enhance the tax relevance of financial data in ERP systems e.g. SAP Oracle and reporting tools e.g. Hyperion BPC.
• Manage client expectations and ensure exceptional service through ongoing communication with clients and EY project teams.
• Proactively identify and address risks within engagements escalating issues to senior team members.
• Lead and contribute to a flexible dynamic and team-oriented culture.
• Promote continuous development and a positive work environment.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Undergraduate degree in Finance Accounting Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
• 4 years of relevant experience including at least 2 years in Canadian corporate tax either in industry or at a professional services firm.
• Proven experience in optimizing tax processes and implementing tax solutions.
• Strong facilitation skills for workshops assessing tax processes and systems and the ability to present solutions to C-suite and tax leadership.
• Highly organized with the capability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent leadership skills with a focus on motivating and developing team members.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with experience in drafting presentations and proposals.
• Relevant experience with one or more of:
• Tax software e.g. Hyperion Tax Provision Longview Tax OneSource
• Tax data and reporting for systems like SAP Oracle BPC Hyperion
• Content and workflow management tools e.g. SharePoint
• Tax process and operational assessments
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g. Power Query Power Pivot Power BI data modeling)
• Willingness to travel within North America up to 20% of the time.

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 the future of tax technology and who are inspired to help the worlds leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world.

What we offer

At EY our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance 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 offer a competitive compensation package where youll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our addition our Total Rewards package allows you to 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 well-being. Plus we offer:

• Support coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
  
• 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.

Inclusiveness 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 Métis) 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.