Tax Analyst, Emerging Talent 4 Month Term

Employment Type: Full-Time Temp Contract 0-6Mos

City: Calgary, AB (YYC)

Posting Open Date: 02/28/2023

Posting Close Date: 02/28/2023 (Please note the posting will close at 9:59pm MST)

Why WestJet:

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Focused on emerging technology and leveraging WestJet's extensive network, flight schedule and remarkable guest experience; we have one of the most respected corporate cultures, uniquely spirited with our dedication to community involvement and environmental leadership.

At WestJet we believe that it's our aircraft that fly you places, but it's really our people who get you there. You can build your career with an organization driven by progressive technology, strategies, and leadership. If your ambition is to break out of the status quo and excel at the very top of your profession, here is your boarding pass!

Position Summary

The student Tax Analyst will be appointed a mentor and will support all members of the tax team in a variety of tax related tasks such as return preparation, rebates, research, recovery, and audits. This is a great opportunity for a future tax professional as the student may get exposure to a wide variety of tax types in many different tax jurisdictions.

Our business is growing and continually evolving so the successful student must exhibit a high standard of excellence, enjoy challenges and be results driven.

Note: This is a 4-month term.

Key Deliverables

This opportunity will present learning opportunities in the following disciplines:

• US corporate income tax compliance, including tax research and documenting tax positions

• Various tax recovery projects such as provincial sales tax, GST/HST/QST, and international VAT

• Various tax rebates such as fuel taxes and excise taxes

• Providing responses to various audit requests from tax authorities

• Various ad hoc requests and projects from members of the tax team

• Various accounting tasks relating to tax such as preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reasonability analysis (ie. accuracy, completeness)

• Other taxes such as airline ticket, lodging, digital services, and payroll taxes

Education & Business Acumen

• Enrolled in an applicable University program with 2 years+ completed towards your bachelor's degree/or new graduate in accounting with an interest in a tax career

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills including exceptional planning and organizational skills

• Must be analytical and have effective problem-solving skills

Technical Skills

The candidate should posses the following technical skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft products such as Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word is required

• Ability to work with large sets of data

• Basic understanding of accounting concepts, financial reporting, and taxation

• Experience with accounting software or tax preparation software is an asset but not a requirement

Our Tax Analyst Coop opportunity will offer exposure in:

• JDE Accounting software

• CRA represent a client

• Tax research & documentation such as writing memos

• Understanding controls and processes ensuring our tax affairs are conducted in accordance with applicable tax laws and regulations of the respective jurisdictions we operate in.

Fun

Most importantly we're looking for a student who is

• Highly engaging, presents a diverse and inclusive mind set, an effective communicator

• Prides themselves in our fun, friendly and guest- centric environment

The benefits of being a WestJetter:

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

About WestJet Group of Companies

Together with WestJet's regional airline, WestJet Encore, we offer scheduled service to more than 100 destinations in North America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe and to more than 175 destinations in over 20 countries through our airline partnerships.

Our Safety Promise

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet. WestJet is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility and if you require accommodation during the selection process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

For more information about everything WestJet, please visit WestJet.com.

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