Reporting to the AVP, Commodity Tax, the Manager, Commodity Tax will take on the leadership and oversight of the indirect tax function for CTC and its subsidiaries, including the identification of risks and opportunities and monitoring the impact of the global trend towards digitization of commodity tax.The incumbent would serve as the primary subject matter expert on sales taxes for Enterprise projects and initiatives. This role will interact with various business groups providing an opportunity to understand business processes and approach and to advise on how best to structure business transactions, processes, and systems.ResponsibilitiesStaying current on commodity tax legislation, rulings, interpretations, court cases and other changes as they relate to the retail, real estate, and financial institution industries; analyzing the implications and communicating such to the organization as appropriate.Designing/Improving processes to achieve operational efficiency and data accuracy with respect to the accounting & analysis of commodity taxes.Working with the AVP, Commodity Tax, to determine federal and provincial commodity tax implications of unusual, complex transactions and initiatives with a view to minimizing tax cost to the CTC group and its customers while maintaining an appropriate level of risk.Oversight of procedural documentation for all systems and processes related to the collection, recovery, and remittance of sales tax.Managing federal and provincial commodity tax audits, taking the lead on the negotiation, objection, and settlement of audit disputes.Train, mentor, and develop other team associates to encourage cross training, succession, and compelling career paths.Developing relationships within the Enterprise to continue to raise awareness to commodity tax matters and the Commodity Tax Team's expertise and support,



including promotion through regular training presentations and check-in meetings.Effectively communicating and interacting with various outside stakeholders including the company's Associate Dealers, vendors, customers and government officials.Representing CTC in commodity tax-related meetings with external associations such as the Commodity Tax Industry Group, Retail Council of Canada, and Canadian Bankers Association.Participating in special projects that impact sales tax compliance processes and tax planning opportunities, as required.Preparing and presenting material to senior management as required.RequirementsProfessional Accounting Designation and/or completion of In-depth GST/HST programExcellent interpersonal skills to build a network of contacts within and outside of the Canadian Tire EnterpriseExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience with researching complex tax questions and issuesProven ability to solve problems, propose alternatives to resolve issues and identify process improvement opportunitiesDemonstrated leadership capabilitiesAbility to prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain exceptional attention to detail5-7+ years work experience in commodity tax, ideally for financial institutions as well as the retail industryDemonstrated ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, and agile business environmentExposure and experience with automation tools considered an assetBenefitsComprehensive benefits and retirement programsPerformance incentives and Continuing Education ProgramsMental health advantages of $5,000 per year for eligible employees and their familiesCareer growth opportunities and product discountsCanadian Tire Profit SharingProfessional Accounting Designation and/or completion of In-depth GST/HST program; 5-7+ years of commoditytax experience ideally in retail and financial institutions; experience managing taxaudits and advising on complex transactions #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager, Commodity Tax (Mississauga)
🏢 Canadian Tire
📍 Mississauga