Tax Accountant Team Lead
About the role
This requisition is for a Tax Accountant Team Lead position within Lockheed Martin Canada's Enterprise Operations Business Area. The position will be part of the Global Accounting organization supporting tax compliance for Lockheed Martin Canada. Responsibilities consistently require an attention to detail, technical analysis, communication, and a level of independent organization and prioritization of responsibilities is expected. The responsibilities of this position may include:
- Performs tasks related to tax compliance, such as returns, extensions, forecasts, reconciliations, and tax provisions for business units including the preparation and oversight of estimated payments
- Develops and maintains strong relationships with federal and local government customers to ensure all applicable deadlines are met and any tax requirement changes are communicated and implemented promptly
- Performs tasks specific to International (in-country) tax accounting compliance including both direct and indirect tax requirements
- Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity which require a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovativeness. Challenges are frequently unique and solutions may serve as precedent for future decisions.
- Maintains a strong relationship with internal business partners and external service providers, and interfaces with then often to ensure clear and timely communication of all tax related activity
- Supports internal and external audits
What you bring to the role
- Advanced knowledge of compliancy with application of Canada Tax laws and policies
- At least 10 years of public accounting firm or large company tax department experience, considered an expert, authority in discipline
- Active CPA, equivalent designation or Masters Degree in Accounting, or Tax
- Strong accounting, taxation and analytical skills including solid foundation in internal controls and auditing functions
- Demonstrated ability to oversee financial processes and complete financial and taxation requirements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and taxation regulations
- Motivated self-starter with ability to research and resolve complex issues and to manage projects in a timely manner
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and leverage new technologies to better position the organization for the future
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Continuous learning attitude and willingness to teach others
Additional skills desired for the role
- Demonstrated ability leading teams and projects
- Knowledge and experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (due diligence & modeling) and Joint Venture activity
- Effective executive presence, verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities
- Knowledge and experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (due diligence & modeling) and Joint Venture activity
- Experience with Thomson Reuters OneSource, Oracle and Corptax
What we offer you
We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:
- Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
- Competitive compensation
- Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
- Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
- Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
- A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
- Medical Travel Insurance
- Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
- A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
- Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
- Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
- Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
- Education Assistance Program
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Self-directed Mentoring
About us
Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian-based arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global security and aerospace company employing 115,000 people worldwide, including more than 1,300 Canadians. By applying innovative approaches of our highly skilled and experienced Canadian workforce, we have been Canada's trusted defence and aerospace partner for over 80 years. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products and unmanned systems software to providing delivery and in-service support of the latest military aircraft to commercial engine repair and overhaul capabilities. This position is part of the corporate enterprise operations team supporting all Lockheed Martin business areas and interests across Canada.