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Lead Mining Tax Compliance at the Ministry of Finance

Are you ready to take on a leadership role in the specialized field of mining tax? Do you have experience managing audit teams, collaborating with partners, and ensuring tax compliance? If you thrive in an environment that blends technical expertise with strategic oversight, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Join the Compliance Branch

The Compliance Branch is responsible for delivering audit, review, and enforcement functions to ensure compliance with Ontario's tax statutes. Our work promotes public confidence in the fairness and integrity of Ontario's tax system while supporting tax policy and administration across government.

We are seeking a Senior Group Manager to oversee a team of auditors in the mining tax section.

Please note: The home location for this position is the North York office, with an expectation of on-site attendance three days per week in line with the Ontario Public Service's current hybrid work model. Alternate work locations at the Oshawa (33 King St W) or Hamilton (119 King St W) offices may be considered, with occasional travel to the North York office as required. Please note that the hybrid work model is subject to change.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to specialize in mining tax within a collaborative and high-impact environment.
  
• Leadership role with direct influence on Ontario's tax compliance landscape.
  
• Work on high-profile projects that shape tax compliance frameworks.
  
• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to public service excellence.

If you're ready to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in mining tax compliance, we encourage you to apply!

Ontario Public Service: Strengthening Ontario, Together

A career in the Ontario Public Service is driven by a passion for creating a stronger Ontario. If you share this ambition, we are fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where employees have the tools and opportunities they need to be fulfilled and inspired to move Ontario forward. Our leaders enjoy:

• Purpose-driven culture: Be part of a dynamic leadership team dedicated to serving 15 million Ontarians. Your leadership will drive long-term impact and contribute to public service excellence.
  
• Empowering work environment: Thrive in an inclusive and diverse workplace that reflects the population we serve. Enjoy a culture of holistic well-being, flexibility, and safety, with tailored work arrangements to suit your life stage. Our modern, friendly, and accessible workplaces support you in bringing your authentic self to work and exploring your full potential.
  
• Expansive leadership opportunities: Benefit from endless growth opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to lead across various sectors. In the Ontario Public Service, your leadership journey can span multiple ministries and functions.
  
• Recognition and Rewards:Your efforts will be recognized both formally and informally, ensuring you feel valued and supported. We offer competitive salaries with performance-based pay, a defined-benefit pension plan, and comprehensive benefits that support your holistic wellness. Enjoy a range of vacation and leave options, along with access to employee and family assistance programs and inclusive counselling services.

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About the job

At the Ontario Public Service, we hold our leaders to the highest standards, expecting them to embody authenticity, accountability, and courage in every action and decision. As a leader, you'll be at the forefront of creating a dynamic work environment that sparks innovation, fosters collaboration, and champions inclusivity. We value a diverse, anti-racist, and accessible workplace where everyone feels safe and respected. By embracing these values, you'll help build a vibrant team culture where every individual can thrive. Your leadership will inspire and motivate your team to achieve their best, aligning their efforts with our strategic vision.

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Leading and overseeing the mining tax audit program, ensuring compliance with legislative and policy frameworks.
  
• Managing a team of auditors, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback.
  
• Overseeing audit planning and execution, assigning audits, and reviewing working papers for accuracy and completeness.
  
• Providing advisory support on tax compliance matters in collaboration with internal divisions and the Ministry of Mines.
  
• Partnering with external stakeholders, including other ministries and provinces, to share knowledge and best practices.
  
• Communicating complex tax issues effectively with corporate executives, government officials, and industry representatives.
  
• Ensuring audits are conducted efficiently, fairly, and in alignment with professional accounting and auditing standards.

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What you bring to the team

Strategic Leadership and Management Skills

• Demonstrated the leadership behaviours, attributes and mindsets for leaders, across the organization, to lead the OPS into the future and deliver our vision.
  
• Experience in inspiring, engaging, motivating, developing, and mentoring professional audit teams and fostering a culture of excellence.
  
• Collaborative approach incorporating the values of inclusion and diversity across all elements of your management style.
  
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills with the political acuity to navigate complex tax and compliance issues.

Technical Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of mining tax legislation, compliance programs, and audit methodologies.
  
• Familiarity with Ontario tax legislation and broader federal/provincial tax statutes to lead a team of professional auditors in the application of the legislation in an audit context.
  
• An ability to interpret and apply legislation to provide knowledgeable and comprehensive interpretation.
  
• Experience applying knowledge of audit and accounting principles to support the documentation of audits.
  
• Background in corporate tax compliance, whether in public practice, tax administration, or industry dealing with complex taxpayers.
  
• Experience with financial reporting systems and data analysis tools.
  
• Understanding of project management principles to guide mandates and strategic initiatives.
  
• A CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation or equivalent accounting/audit expertise is an asset.

Communication and Relationship Management Skills

• Ability to translate complex tax matters into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  
• Experience working with government agencies, corporate stakeholders, and industry partners.
  
• Strong political acuity and interpersonal skills to navigate and resolve tax and audit challenges effectively.

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Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

The OPS is an innovative, responsive and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable. Diversifying leadership is a top priority for the OPS. Our goal is to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most under-represented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) on our leadership teams.

The OPS invites all interested individuals to apply. As an organization that promotes equity and diversity, the OPS encourages applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized individuals, and persons with disabilities.

The OPS is an accessible employer and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy, the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint, and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan to learn more about the OPS commitment to advancing racial equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion in the public service.

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