Tax Analyst

TriSummit Utilities Inc.

81d•Hybrid

About The Position

TriSummit Utilities Inc. (TSU) is an energy company with natural gas distribution utilities and long-term contracted renewable power generation assets. TSU’s mission is to make communities a better place to live, by connecting them to the energy they want, when they need it, now and into the future. In an ever-changing world, our vision is to adapt, using our energy infrastructure to provide increasing value to our communities and investors. Our people take great pride in supporting and having a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team. Reporting to the Vice President, Finance and Controller, the Tax Analyst will support the organization’s tax compliance, reporting, and analysis activities. This role is well suited for a developing tax professional who enjoys working with data, collaborating with internal and external partners, and building strong technical foundations in corporate taxation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to learn from an exceptional mentor and to develop your Canadian and U.S tax expertise. You will play an essential role in advising on tax matters, preparing tax provisions, and ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
CPA designation or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of relevant tax experience, preferably in a public accounting firm or corporate tax environment
Excellent attention to detail
Knowledge of various tax regulations
Ability to effectively communicate technical matters in clear simple language
Strong organizational, research, writing, verbal and analytical skills
Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required
Proactive and self‑motivated, with a commitment to delivering high‑quality results
Willingness to learn and grow while also working independently in a collaborative team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tax Fixed Assets (PowerTax) is considered an asset
Experience working in a rate regulated environment is considered an asset
Exposure to U.S. tax or cross-border taxation is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of Canadian and U.S. tax provisions under U.S. GAAP.
Support external tax advisors to prepare Canadian and U.S. federal and state/provincial corporate and partnership tax returns as well as other tax reporting requirements.
Monitor legislative developments and help assess impact on the business.
Administer tax sharing agreements.
Maintain ACB, E&P and Surplus calculations.
Assist with the preparation of tax notes and disclosures in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Assist in the preparation of tax budgets and forecasts.
Liaise with external auditors.
Respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
Provide support, advice, guidance and assistance to business units regarding indirect taxes (franchise, gross receipts, sales, use, transfer, property, payroll, production, excise, severance taxes, etc.).
Perform ad hoc tax related duties as assigned.