Tax Specialist III

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services

. Report to the Director, Taxation .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeNorth Vancouver • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$99,000 - CA$121,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Canadian corporate tax, including compliance reporting and tax provision preparation, while effectively supporting tax planning initiatives and audits. Proficient in tax forecasting and maintaining accurate tax records to facilitate informed business decisions.

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Canadian CPA DesignationCorporate Tax ReportingTax Provision PreparationInternational Tax MattersAdvanced Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Tax ReportingTax Provision Working PapersDeferred Income Tax CalculationsTax Forecasting ModelsCompliance ReportingFinancial ReportingJournal EntriesReconciliationsIndirect Tax KnowledgeSR&ED Tax Credit Claim

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Tax Reporting SoftwareERP SystemsFinancial Reporting Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Canadian CPA Designation

Industry Keywords

Corporate TaxIndirect TaxCross-Border TaxationWithholding TaxTransfer PricingForeign Tax CreditsGovernmental RegulationsTax AuditsCompliance PoliciesFinancial Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Report to the Director, Taxation
Assist with corporate and indirect tax reporting, including annual, monthly, and periodic reports, returns, journal entries, and reconciliations
Ensure external submissions and filings are accurate, timely, and meet deadlines
Support preparation of the annual SR&ED tax credit claim
Prepare and/or review tax provision working papers
Support effective tax systems and controls and coordinate tax accounting functions within financial reporting
Assist in establishing policies and procedures for compliance reporting to federal, provincial, and foreign tax authorities
Prepare tax forecasting models to support business decisions
Support tax planning initiatives for the company and parent organization
Ensure tax-related transactions are completed accurately
Support systems integration improving financial reporting, information flow, and management analysis
Support external corporate and indirect tax audits and liaise with business areas to obtain documentation
Participate in initiatives implementing corporate goals and objectives
Maintain corporate and indirect tax records and support tax returns, provisions, financial reports, management reports, and journal entries

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree
Canadian CPA designation; candidates nearing completion may be considered
Minimum 4 years of related tax and accounting experience
Technical proficiency and knowledge of Canadian corporate tax
Accounting experience and knowledge of financial practices and procedures
Experience with international tax matters, including withholding tax, transfer pricing, foreign tax credits, and cross-border taxation is an asset
Experience with indirect tax is an asset
Experience with SR&ED is an asset
Experience preparing deferred/future income tax calculations is preferred
Ability to work independently and as part of a team under tight deadlines
Understanding of governmental regulations and reporting requirements
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Computer literacy, including tax reporting software and advanced Excel
Experience with ERP systems is an asset
Required to obtain and maintain security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, permanent position with job stability
Annual bonus
Pension plan matching
Competitive salary based on experience
Extended health care, including paramedical services, massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more
Dental care
Vision care
Life insurance
Medical leave coverage
Parental leave coverage
$500 personal spending account
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding