Tax Director

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Business - Real Estate

Brookfield Real Estate Group is one of Brookfield’s primary operating groups. The Real Estate Group is one of the world's largest investors in real estate, with a global portfolio that includes office, retail, multifamily, logistics, hospitality and alternative real estate assets on five continents. The Group owns and operates approximately $268 billion of assets representing the most iconic properties in the world’s most dynamic markets. We seek to generate value by leveraging our operating expertise and focusing on our core real estate capabilities of leasing, financing, development, design and construction as well as property and facilities management. For more information, visit https://www.brookfield.com/our-businesses/real-estate.

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture.  We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader:  Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined.  Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the Vice President, Taxation, the Director of Tax will be a key leader responsible for managing the Canadian tax compliance, provision and audit defence obligations for a multi-billion-dollar global real estate business. This is a hands-on role that will work closely with external service providers and internal Finance, Treasury, and Legal teams to meet objectives. The Director of Tax will be part of a large team overseeing complex transactions and legal structures, providing an excellent opportunity for career development and growth as a tax professional.

Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Lead the end-to-end Canadian tax compliance process, overseeing the preparation and review of partnership, corporate, trust and indirect tax returns against critical deadlines, utilizing internal resources and external service providers.
• Serve as the key point of contact for external tax advisors; manage information flow by liaising with the internal corporate controller and private funds teams and resolve technical queries to ensure timely and accurate filings.

Tax Audits

• Manage and coordinate responses to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) audit queries.
• Lead the process of gathering supporting documentation, coordinating with internal resources, and draft comprehensive responses to tax authorities.

Structural Maintenance & Advisory

• Work closely with Finance, Treasury, Tax, and Legal teams globally to ensure the proper maintenance of holding and financing structures through the administration of tax policies and guidelines.
• Support the maintenance of complex legal structures by reviewing funds flows, preparing adjusted cost base calculations, and calculating withholding tax on distributions.
• Proactively monitor, assess, and guide the implementation of new tax legislation (e.g., EIFEL, OECD Pillar Two).

Quarterly Tax Provision

• Assist with the preparation/review of quarterly tax provision working papers in accordance with IFRS and/or US GAAP, including the preparation of tax provision templates and deferred tax workbooks.

Supporting Functions

• Assist with all aspects of Canadian domestic M&A transactions.
• Assist in preparing internal memoranda and other technical documentation as required for internal reorganizations and compliance support.
• Assist in preparing, co-ordinating and/or reviewing annual tax projections and budgets

Requirements

• CPA designation combined with a Master of Taxation or completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Course (Parts I to III).
• At least 8+ years of progressive corporate tax experience in a Big 4 public accounting firm or equivalent industry experience.
• Deep expertise in tax accounting for publicly traded entities under IFRS and/or US GAAP.
• Demonstrated experience managing high-volume Canadian tax compliance engagements, including CDS, NR4, partnership (T5013), trust and corporate returns for complex structures.
• Strong technical knowledge of Canadian corporate reorganizations.
• Proven experience with partnership/fund structures and related compliance obligations.
• Experience with EIFEL and Canadian real estate taxation (preferred).

Candidate Profile

• Excellent project management skills with a pragmatic approach to handling complex, high-volume assignments.
• High energy, proactive, and self-motivated; able to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Capable of communication complex tax matters clearly and concisely to both tax and non-tax professionals.

Position Opening Reason:

New Position

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it.  Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.