International Tax Specialist in Mississauga

We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Tax Specialist to support the Canadian Tax team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in corporate income tax, indirect tax, tax audits, and compliance within a large, dynamic organization. The successful candidate will work closely with cross‑functional teams and external advisors to help ensure compliance with Canadian tax regulations and support continuous process improvements.

Job Type: Contract position for a duration of 18-20 months

Work Location: 1930 Derry Road East, Mississauga, ON (On‑Site, NOT REMOTE)

Shift/Hours: Monday- Friday 9AM-5-PM EST

Pay Rate: $35.02/hr

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and filing of Canadian tax returns, including corporate income tax, GST/HST, PST/QST, and withholding tax filings.
• Support tax compliance activities by maintaining documentation, monitoring deadlines, and preparing supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Assist with tax audits, government reviews, tax notices, assessments, refund claims, and information requests from tax authorities.
• Prepare and coordinate responses to information requests, surveys, and statistical reporting requirements from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Statistics Canada, and other government agencies.
• Conduct tax research and prepare analyses on current and emerging tax issues.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Procurement, and Operations teams on tax-related matters.
• Review transactions for indirect tax compliance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Support tax reporting, tax accounting, and tax provision activities.
• Participate in tax technology, automation, ERP, and tax engine testing initiatives.
• Maintain organized tax records and documentation to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Monitor developments in Canadian tax legislation and assess potential impacts to the business.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of Canadian tax experience in a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Knowledge of corporate income tax, GST/HST, PST/QST, payroll tax, and withholding tax requirements.
• Experience supporting tax audits or tax authority reviews is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP systems is an asset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification is considered an asset.
• Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset.

This role provides broad exposure to Canadian corporate and indirect tax matters, tax technology initiatives, audit support, and cross‑functional business operations, making it an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking to further develop their career in corporate taxation.