Tax Administration Officer

7 months ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Service Nova Scotia

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Permanent

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**:29-Nov-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
Service Nova Scotia supports the public sector by delivering programs and services that Nova Scotians rely on. We deliver services to government and beyond by processing a million financial transactions each year, auditing government operations, optimizing information and technology, managing major purchases for the public sector and helping public bodies administer the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPOP) Act and the Records Act.

**About Our Opportunity**:
**Primary Accountabilities**:

- Maintains the Tax Commission public facing information website, tax guides and bulletins as well internal procedures and process documentation, training materials and staff bulletins.
- Prepares monthly revenue reports and supporting schedules on a timely basis, analyzes variances, prepares statistical and graphical analysis using Excel and Cognos, and communicates details to senior management.
- Assists the Tax Commission with research for the purposes of legislative, regulatory and policy development. This involves searching electronic libraries as well as conducting jurisdictional scans of policy applied outside of the province.
- Prepares reports and recommendations related to vendor/taxpayer requests for relief of Interest and Penalty Charges.
- Reviews, coordinates and prepares analysis for tax objection files in a timely manner. Reviews supporting audit file for accuracy and ensure all items under objection have been addressed.
- Prepares adjustments to assessments and related correspondence to reflect the decisions of the Provincial Tax Commissioner, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board and the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal.
- Assists with the development of timely Tax Commission responses to Ministerial contacts.
- Provides training and support for departmental operating units.
- Reviews auditor reports and communicates results to auditors, supervisors and managers.
- Conducts Internal Control Process Reviews.
- Co-ordinates tax conferences and meetings hosted by the Province.
- Reviews and assesses Permit and Vendor Agreements.
- Supports Permit issuance, suspension and reporting processes.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
Additional skills/attributes required involve:

- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel at an advanced level.
- Superior communication skills (written and verbal).
- Excellent customer service and dispute resolution skills.
- Proven ability to perform research, assess, analyse and make recommendations in clearly written reports.
- Demonstrated track record of sound judgement.
- Demonstrated data interpretation skills.

**Equivalency**:
**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offering and eligibility criteria.

**What We Offer**:

- Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths
- Department specific flexible working schedules

**Pay Grade**: PR 13

**Salary Range**: $2,543.38 - $3,091.70 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

  • Tax Administrator

    7 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Unbordered Tax Inc. Full time

    We are looking for a Tax Administrator to join our growing team. This role involves tax preparation and administrative duties related to the operations of a tax-focused CPA firm. Share What you'll do **Responsibilities**: Data entry into various software programs, especially Excel and tax preparation software Scanning and filing client paper and electronic...

  • Tax Preparation/administration

    7 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Unbordered Tax Inc. Full time

    This position involves tax preparation and administrative duties related to the operations of a tax-focused CPA firm. The duties are summarized below. This position works under moderate levels of supervision from managers. The incumbent must be ordinarily available Monday to Friday during standard business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. - an 8 hour day with a...

  • Tax Preparation/administration

    7 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Unbordered Tax Inc. Full time

    This position involves tax preparation and administrative duties related to the operations of a tax-focused CPA firm. The duties are summarized below. This position works under moderate levels of supervision from managers. The incumbent must be ordinarily available Monday to Friday during standard business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. - an 8 hour day with a...

  • Tax Preparation/administration

    7 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Uptree HR Full time

    This position involves tax preparation and administrative duties related to the operations of a tax-focused CPA firm. The duties are summarized below. This position works under moderate levels of supervision from managers. The incumbent must be ordinarily available Monday to Friday during standard business hours (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. - an 8 hour day with a...

  • Cross Border Tax International Specialist

    1 week ago

    Halifax, Canada American Expat Tax Services Full time

    **Experienced International Tax Specialist (Remote)** **Job Summary** American Expat Tax Service is looking for a few people that have at least three years of experience preparing US International Tax returns. This is a remote, commission-based position, preparing tax returns for American expats, so you can work from anywhere in the world. We are... -...

  • Office Administrator

    7 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Daifuku Co Full time

    As the Office Administrator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office resulting in our overall success. You will provide in-house administrative support to the owner as well as assisting field personnel. Primary Responsibilities - Oversee and manage all administrative and clerical tasks in the office. - Assist in the hiring...

  • Global Tax Compliance Manager

    4 months ago

    Halifax, Canada MUFG Investor Services Full time

    **Company Description** About MUFG Investor Services**: Experience something Brilliantly Different with a career at MUFG Investor Services. Who are we? In a nutshell, MUFG Investor Services is part of the Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, and we partner with over 480 loyal global investment firms to provide them with administration, asset services, banking...

  • Business Support Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Liberty Tax Service Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and organized Business Support Coordinator to join our team at Liberty Tax Service. In this role, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service, managing switchboard operations, and performing various administrative tasks.

  • Manager, Indirect Tax

    1 day ago

    Halifax, Canada Grant Thornton LLP Full time

    **Manager, Indirect Tax** Office Location **Halifax, NS (Downtown)** Alternate Location **Halifax, NS (Downtown)** Req # **8552** **Who we are** You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone's friendly and helps each other out? That's like Grant Thornton. Except here we're all professionals and there isn't a mayor or a...

  • Manager, Enterprise Tax

    3 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada KPMG Full time

    Overview: At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. What you will do: - Leading client engagements. - Working closely with a Partner as a senior team member on tax planning work for clients. - Planning and organizing...

  • Coordinator, Corporate Realty Tax

    7 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Crombie REIT Full time

    **Location: New Glasgow or Halifax, NS** Headquartered in New Glasgow, NS, Crombie is an integrity-driven, caring, and purpose-built organization. It’s why we’ve been voted one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers year after year. Here are a few more reasons why we all love where we work: - Flexible, hybrid work schedules and locations; - Funding...

  • Manager, Enterprise Tax

    3 months ago

    Halifax, Canada KPMG Full time

    Overview: At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. What you will do: - Leading client engagements. - Working closely with a Partner as a senior team member on tax planning work for clients. - Planning and organizing...

  • Strategic Tax Planning Leader

    1 month ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada BDO Canada LLP Full time

    Senior Manager, Domestic TaxBDO Canada LLP is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust.Our Atlantic Canada offices are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager to join the Domestic Tax team and lead key...

  • Manager, Domestic Tax

    4 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Grant Thornton Full time

    As a **Tax Manager** in our Domestic Tax team, you’ll work with a wide variety of clients and build your experience in new industries. Working with some of Canada’s top gurus in Tax, a career in tax at Grant Thornton is an opportunity to create _your unique career journey_. Joining our robust team of over 400 tax professionals means you’ll collaborate...

  • Manager, Domestic Tax

    3 months ago

    Halifax, Canada BDO Full time

    **Putting people first, every day** BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your...

  • Manager, Indirect Tax

    1 day ago

    Halifax, Canada Grant Thornton Full time

    **Who we are** You know those big cities that still feel like small towns? Where everyone’s friendly and helps each other out? That’s like Grant Thornton. Except here we’re all professionals and there isn’t a mayor or a general store. What we’re trying to say is that we’re a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a...

  • Wealth Management Tax Manager

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Blue Ocean Partners Consulting Ltd. Full time

    Join Our Team as a Tax Manager! Are you a driven tax professional with 3-5 years of experience in personal and corporate tax? Do you have a passion for helping small business owners thrive? If so, we want you to be part of our dynamic wealth management team! Position: Tax Manager Location: Halifax - Hybrid Office/Remote Company: Blue Ocean Partners...

  • Manager, Enterprise Tax

    4 months ago

    Halifax, Canada KPMG Full time

    Overview: At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world. What you will do: - Leading client engagements. - Working closely with a Partner as a senior team member on tax planning work for clients. - Planning and organizing...

  • Clerk 3 (Administration and Vehicle Tax Clerk)

    7 months ago

    Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

    **Competition #**: 43267 **Department**: Service Nova Scotia **Location**: HALIFAX **Type of Employment**: Term **Union Status**: NSGEU - NSPG **Closing Date**: 09-Jul-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time) About Us At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business and municipality and business in Nova Scotia. Our mandate...

  • Senior Manager, Domestic Tax

    2 months ago

    Halifax, Canada BDO Canada LLP Full time

    Senior Manager, Domestic Tax Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a...