Univar Solutions Looking for International Tax Senior Analyst, Canada at Downers Grove, Illinois Full Time

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Senior Tax Analyst:

This is a rare opportunity to join a strong international tax team in a growing and dynamic Fortune 500 business. 

As a Senior Analyst, International Tax, the core role will be to perform Canadian income tax and other international income tax functions for the Company, including Canadian income tax compliance and assist with the income tax provision on a quarterly and annual basis. This person will also assist in supporting Canadian income tax and other international tax as it pertains to tax planning projects.

This position reports to the Senior Manager – International Tax and will collaborate across tax teams to achieve the best result and gain exposure to other areas of tax.  The Sr. Analyst will be part of a collaborative team with responsibility in Canadian income tax, transfer pricing, and US international tax. The successful candidate will be able to expand their international tax knowledge and experience in this role as well as develop skills in other areas of tax with room for upward and lateral mobility.

The role will work closely with internal teams, including Finance, Legal, and Technology and will help manage external tax advisors.

The job is located in our Downers Grove, IL office under a hybrid working model.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare quarterly foreign tax provisions and journal entries including tax account reconciliation, and true up adjustments
• Assist with the preparation and review of Canadian income tax filings and information returns (e.g. T2, T106 and T1134)
• Responsible for monthly tax installment calculations and withholding tax processes (e.g. NR4s filings)
• Assist with the responses to income tax audits by providing clear and timely responses to various tax authorities. 
• Create and optimize complex financial models using excel and tax software.
• Participate in ad hoc projects including tax research, process and system integration
• Assist with the calculation of the US International inclusions and deductions (E&P, Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, and FTC) for the quarterly provision, annual compliance, and tax planning projects 
• Assist with other international tax projects as needed and collaborate with team members in other areas of tax and finance functions

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
• Professional accounting designation or Master’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of relevant work experience
• Strong analytical, financial accounting, and tax research skills
• Excellent organizational, project management skills, and strong attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge and experience with Canadian income tax preferred

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.