Amazon is seeking a Tax Manager to join our Tax Controversy Team as a Canadian
corporate tax specialist to manage direct tax audits. The Tax Controversy Team
is directly responsible for tax authority interactions and other audits in
various tax jurisdictions. The Tax Controversy Team is looking for candidates
who have extensive experience with navigating tax authority requests with
respect to Canadian corporate income tax law and can operating a dynamic
environment. The candidate will be expected to roll up their sleeves to deliver
accurate results on multiple projects with competing deadlines. This role will
require interacting with other members of the Amazon tax team to handle various
tax issues including transfer pricing, international tax issues, mergers and
acquisitions, and tax compliance.
Key job responsibilities
- Manage the preparation of responses to information requests from tax
authorities
- Develop and deliver presentations on tax matters to various stakeholders
- Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external advisors
- Research and document tax issues from a controversy perspective
- Implement and enhance organizational processes for continuous improvement
A day in the life
You'll engage with various stakeholders to coordinate responses to tax authority
inquiries, collaborate with subject matter experts, and contribute to process
improvements. Your day might include preparing documentation for tax
authorities, consulting with internal teams on complex tax matters, and
participating in strategic planning sessions.
About the team
Our Americas Tax Controversy Team collaborates across borders to ensure tax
compliance and manage audits throughout the Americas region. We foster a
supportive environment where innovative thinking and collaborative
problem-solving are encouraged. Based in either Vancouver, BC or Toronto,
Ontario, you'll be part of a team that values continuous learning and
professional growth. Basic Qualifications: - 5+ years of tax, finance or a
related analytical field experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level
- Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national
corporate tax department
- Master's degree Preferred Qualifications: - 3+ years of maintaining and
operating transaction tax calculation software (e.g. Vertex) experience
- Experience with VBA, Python, SQL, or other database language
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our
customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or
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The base salary for this position ranges from $89,200/year up to $149,000/year.
Salary is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related
knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company.
Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of
compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in
addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.
Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
