Manager, Tax

Permanent Full Time

We are looking for a Manager, Taxation to assist leading the Audit & Defense function for Great-West Lifeco Inc. and its Canadian subsidiaries.

As a Manager, Taxation you will be primarily responsible for the management and coordination of the Canadian income tax audits of Great-West Life Inc. and its Canadian subsidiaries (including The Canada Life Assurance Company, a multi-national life insurer).

Reporting to the AVP, the Manager, Taxation will also assist in the analysis of special transactions and tax planning matters for Canadian income tax purposes.

**What you will do**:

- Liaise with federal and provincial tax authorities and manage the progress of the tax audits.
- Research and analyze tax issues and prepare/review responses to tax audit queries on a timely basis.
- Review/update and document uncertain tax positions for the purposes of financial reporting under IFRS quarterly.
- Track, analyze and record reassessments & relevant tax attributes, and prepare/review current tax accounts reconciliations for the purposes of financial reporting under IFRS quarterly.
- Communicate with senior management and external advisors on tax matters.
- Coach and train staff.
- Analyze, research and document tax considerations on special transactions and tax planning matters including identifying, quantifying, and documenting Canadian tax risks, developing solutions and/or filing positions, and liaise with other departments.
- Research and analyze tax questions from other non-tax departments.
- Provide support to, and/or collaborate with the Tax Reporting function team in the review/analysis of specific tax issues/considerations/filing positions.

**What you will bring**
- 4+ years of experience in Canadian taxation. Previous tax experience within the Canadian insurance or financial services industry is preferred but not required.
- CPA and university degree in accounting/business and/or taxation.
- Completion of or currently enrolled to complete the CPA In-Depth Tax Course.
- Strong problem-solving/analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and project and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in SharePoint and Longview (Tax Module) is an asset.
- Ability to delegate work to and develop staff.

The base salary for this position is between **$76,400**:

- $ 141,400**annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Be your best at Canada Life

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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