Tax Administrator

who we are
lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

about the team

The Indirect Tax team manages sales tax compliance and risk for all global operating entities. This includes filing 3,000+ returns per year, managing external tax audits, providing advice to the business, tax requirements to IT, and tax operational support to educators and guests.

about the role
The scope of responsibilities for this role is to support North America sales tax compliance activities (including risk) and third party relationships that support the filing processes. This role is responsible for supporting accurate preparation of returns, audit queries and coordinating with third party processors, auditors and advisors where necessary.

responsibilities
- Ensures accurate and timely filing of all North America sales tax returns (GST, PST, sales and use tax)
- Supports the Manager with all queries and requests related to tax government audits
- Supports North America tax operations including exemptions, new market entry, strategies, ventures and new product.
- Review North American GST/HST and SUT returns prepared by Junior Accountant
- Coordinate payment dates each month end with other related teams
- Coordinate cross functionally with other teams for adjustments affecting North American filings
- Prepare monthly USA use tax analysis and entry
- Prepare applicable self-assessment analysis and entry
- Reconcile sales tax general ledger accounts
- Review sales tax rate set up registrations for new store locations prepared by Junior Accountant
- Manage sales and use tax audits, including communication with tax authorities

qualifications
- Experience preparing and/or reviewing indirect tax returns and tax compliance is an asset
- Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and system improvements

must haves
- Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
- Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
- Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
- Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
- Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Additional Notes
Authorization to work in Canada is required for this role.

Compensation and Benefits Package

At lululemon, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe that when life works, work works. We strive to be the place where inclusive leaders come to develop and enable all to be well. Recognizing our teams for their performance and dedication, other components of our total rewards offerings include support of career development, wellbeing, and personal growth:

- Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
- Paid time off
- Savings and retirement plan matching
- Generous employee discount
- Fitness & yoga classes
- Parenthood top-up
- Extensive catalog of development course offerings
- People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

**Note**: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

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