EY payroll and employment tax professional advising Canadian clients on compliance, cross-border compensation, and social security matters. Preparing payroll deliverables and supporting audits and advisory engagements.
Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and deliver Canadian expatriate and shadow payroll deliverables to clients
Work with Mobility Tax colleagues locally and globally to provide integrated support on taxation and reporting of cross-border compensation
Advise clients on employer payroll tax and social security obligations arising from cross-border employee situations, including remote work and business travel
Support clients with payroll and employment tax audits
Research and prepare responses to technical questions relating to payroll, employment tax, taxable benefits, and payroll reporting
Assist clients with payroll tax compliance issues, government agency queries, and practical solutions to employment tax matters
Coordinate deliverables, manage timelines and client expectations, and assist with budgets, resourcing, invoicing, and collections as appropriate to level
At Senior Tax Staff level, review work and support and coach junior colleagues
Contribute to a flexible, collaborative, and team-oriented culture supporting personal development and a positive working environment
Requirements
Interest in or good understanding of Canadian payroll rules, employment tax, and payroll processes
Experience with payroll reporting, reconciliations, remittances, calculations, or related data analysis, commensurate with level
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and ability to work accurately with data
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, payroll systems, and other business tools
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with clients and colleagues
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, adapt to changing requirements, and continue learning
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, human resources, or a related field, or a relevant payroll designation such as the Payroll Compliance Professional designation
Staff level: up to two years of relevant experience in payroll, tax, accounting, human resources, finance, or a related area
Senior Tax Staff level: at least three years of relevant experience in Canadian payroll advisory or compliance
Ideally, interest in pursuing or progress toward a payroll, accounting, tax, or other relevant professional designation
Ideally, strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills and demonstrated commitment to learning and professional development
Benefits
Discretionary bonus program
Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
Defined contribution pension plan
Vacation policy
Firm-paid days
Statutory holidays
Paid personal days based on province of residence
Programs and benefits supporting physical, financial and social well-being
Support and coaching from engaging colleagues
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
Freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
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