Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Tax Manager, the Tax Manager will be responsible for Canadian tax functions which include income and sales tax analysis and advisory services, tax risk management and audit defense (domestic, international, sales tax and non-resident withholding) for Abbott Canadian Affiliates. The Tax Manager will also assist the Senior Tax Manager on special projects and collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
What You’ll Do
Manage various tax audits (domestic, international, sales tax and non-resident withholding), including analysis of documentation and preparation of responses to queries from the tax authorities.
Perform tax research on various issues and document tax positions and recommendations.
Provide support and advice to business units on various tax matters.
Identify and manage tax risks.
Participate in the review of Q3 and year-end tax provision, research, and document related tax accounting issues.
Maintain current transfer pricing contemporaneous documentation (supported by Corporate Tax and external tax advisors);
Keep abreast of relevant tax practices and monitor legislative developments; communicate changes to the business, when appropriate.
Train and mentor tax team members.
Ensure the Abbott Canadian Affiliates comply with both local and international Abbott policies and Procedures; and
Assist the Senior Tax Manager with special projects, as required.
Required Qualifications
Solid organizational, managerial, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Detail oriented.
Highly motivated, curious, and strong aptitude for continuous technical development.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic, and changing environment.
Ability to deliver high-quality work in a collaborative and time-sensitive environment.
Autonomous, resourceful, and reliable.
Proficiency with Excel.
Knowledge of transfer pricing and sales tax, an asset; and
Knowledge of SAP, an asset.
CPA In-Depth Tax Courses (Levels I and II) completion, an asset.
Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in Canadian corporate tax in a large company or firm.
Bilingual (English/French if the position is located in Quebec), both spoken and written.
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Tax
Canada > St. Laurent : 8625 Trans Canada Highway
Standard
Not specified
Not Applicable
Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.
The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.
We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.