Загальна Інформація
Код
111111111119353
Країна
Канада
Регіон
Quebec
Місто
Montreal
Тип контракту
Постійний
Сім'я посад
F15 - OPERATION PROCESSING
Опис
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.
The position at a glance
Senior Tax Operation Specialist is responsible for tax operation and product teams in monitoring, assessing and implementing tax changes affecting the services offered in Canada.
He/she will coordinate with internal (when available) and external tax experts (when required) and principally interact with product, legal and compliance teams within Securities Services, as well as Group Tax department.
Working within Securities Services business lines, he/she is in charge of identifying any sensitive topic that might require Group Tax Department validation. He/she is notably in charge in determining, together with the Business Line, whether a product requires a NAC procedure.
He/she reports directly to its local management and functionally to the Head of Tax Business Services.
This role requires both tax knowledge of Canadian Tax, Tax Processing, Tax Reclaim, Tax Reporting, & Remittance for NR & R clients, and very good knowledge on local custody products, corporate action and income and experience within a custodian environment.
In detail
- Managing all tax operational activities related to local custody activities
- Non-resident & resident tax reporting
- Non-resident remittance to the CRA & Revenue Quebec
- Ensure all Canadian tax slips (NR4, T5/RL3, T3/RL16, T5008/RL18) accurately produced and mail to the clients
- All filed for CRA and Revenue Quebec before the regulatory deadlines
- Managing and supporting our clients tax reclaim process with respect to the Canadian NR7-R tax reclaim process including submitting tax reclaims to the CRA and reconciliation/record keeping all tax reclaims on the behalf of the clients ( NR301, NR302, NR303)
- Adhere to accuracy and completeness of the Canadian tax withholdings, remittances, client reporting and associated regulatory fillings
- Acting as Subject Matter Expert on annual tax projects related regulatory changes and system enhancements for the Tax
- Operation set up, working closely with various stakeholders such as IT, ITO, Canadian Tax Team and project management team.
- Staying up to date on tax regulation changes while reviewing how these changes will impact the department and deliverables
- Ongoing development and maintenance of Canadian Tax Reporting procedures, ensuring comprehensive operating procedures are reviewed on a regular basis
- Take ownership of tax questionnaire to collect tax information when on boarding new clients. This includes, in coordination with Group Tax Department:
- Ensuring the questionnaire is kept up to date following changes in our tax services;
- Being the point of escalation in case there is any issue/doubt with the way the questionnaire has been completed by a client.
- Take ownership of the tax matrix used in our systems and ensure it is reviewed on a regular basis
- Participate to Service Review meetings organised by Network Management team with primary agents (if needed)
- Assess compliance of our procedures/services with our tax obligations (especially where we are a withholding tax agent, QI, etc) and Group Tax Department guidelines.
- Perform regular checks of operational procedures. Ensure service alignment with the one agreed and approved.
- Appoint external advisors to provide specific tax advice whenever internal tax resources are not available, in compliance with the tax procedure for recourse to external tax advisors.
- In close coordination with the Tax Function, participate in international and local industry associations to represent our business:
- Debating tax matters to provide thoughtful stewardship with the aim of influencing workable market change outcomes,
- Representing and protecting our and our clients’ interests
- Influencing efficient and effective changes tax legislation and associated administrative procedures;
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- BA for Accounting, or Business Administration, or Economics.
- 7+ years of experience in Tax Operations and corporate taxation
- Professional working proficiency in French and English*
- Comprehensive knowledge of securities taxation and the impact upon a custodian;
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically with respect to product strategy and development agenda;
- Strong presentation skills and previous client facing experience;
- Ability to work independently and also effectively in a matrix organization;
- Experience in managing and influencing key business partners for the delivery of the services;
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to establish and communicate the tax strategy;
- Understanding of commercial aspects of the business
- Local custody and Canadian securities services
- Client and regional knowledge
- Rules and norms
- Regulatory reporting
- Operational management
- Transaction processing/data capture
- Personal Impact/ability to influence
- Ability to deliver / results driven
- Decision making
*Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in French and English languages are required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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What you need to know
- We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
- BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
- You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
- If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision | FINRA.org
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
- At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.
- BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).
- To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here
About us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.
BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.
Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.
With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.
Our certifications and partnerships
- Montreal’s Top Employers 2025
- Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
- Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
- Pride at Work Canada
- Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
- Synclusiv
- Ready, Willing and Able
- Autisme sans Limites
- LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***