Manager, Sales Tax

Location: Mississauga, Ontario

Job Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day Remote)

Education Requirement: Completion of the CPA Canada

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us.

We are currently looking for a Sales Tax Manager to join our team in Mississauga, ON.

POSITION SUMMARY

At Nissan, we are driven by innovation, mobility, operational excellence, customer value, and the electrification of vehicles. From the advanced design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we create across the globe, Nissan is committed to pushing boundaries and shaping the future of mobility. Our people are the driving force behind our success.

Sales Tax Manager will be reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Taxation, the Sales Tax Manager will play a key role in supporting Nissan Canada’s Tax Department. This position is responsible for the review and filing of indirect tax returns, account reconciliations, tax compliance activities, audit management, environmental levy compliance, and providing tax guidance to business stakeholders. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development and mentorship of tax team members.

A Day in the Life:

Key Responsibilities

• Review and oversee the filing of monthly indirect tax, excise tax, and tire tax returns for various Canadian entities.

• Review account reconciliations and prepare or approve tax-related journal entries and account clearing adjustments.

• Lead and manage indirect tax audits conducted by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and provincial tax authorities, including preparing responses to audit inquiries and supporting documentation.

• Research and analyze indirect tax legislation and technical issues, providing guidance and support to internal business partners.

• Maintain and update indirect tax configurations within ERP systems and participate in testing related to system enhancements or changes.

• Identify indirect tax recovery opportunities and collaborate with external service providers to validate and pursue recoveries.

• Support semi-annual and year-end external audit requirements, as well as internal audit and JSOX compliance activities related to indirect tax processes and controls.

• Assist the Senior Manager, Corporate Taxation in the supervision, coaching, development, and performance management of Senior Tax Analysts and other team members.

• Assist in managing environmental levy stewardship compliance, reporting, and audit requirements.

Who We’re Looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of indirect tax experience, preferably within the automotive, retail, or captive finance industries.

• Strong technical knowledge of the Canadian Excise Tax Act, provincial sales tax legislation, and indirect tax compliance requirements.

• Proven research, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems is considered an asset.

• Completion of the CPA Canada In-Depth GST/HST Program (or equivalent).

• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and people management capabilities.

Desired:

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) is considered an asset.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

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All employment is contingent upon successful completion of background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and as permitted by applicable statutes and regulations.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in Canada and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Mississauga Ontario Canada

Salary Range:

$110,032.00 - $137,665.00

This compensation range represents the minimum to midpoint base salary rates at Nissan for jobs assigned to this particular grade level. Please note that an employee’s base salary may occasionally be set above the midpoint of the salary band for this grade level, in recognition of the employee’s unique skills, work experience, education, work location, or market conditions. Compensation decisions also consider internal equity and comparisons with the base salary rates of other employees with similar backgrounds working in comparable roles. Note: Bonus, benefits, and other forms of variable compensation are not included in the base-salary range shown above.