Student, US Tax Accountant (Summer 2027, 12 Months)

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We are looking for a highly motivated student to join our Tax team in Toronto for a twelve-month term. In this role, you will provide assistance in Oxford and OMERS's Tax department, focusing on US tax matters. We are looking for someone to join us on a 12-month term starting at the end of April 2027.

You'll be able to participate in a broad range of tax-related work requiring analysis, assessment, and quantification. You will be a key member of an engaged, high-reaching team-part of a world-class, winning culture that prioritizes people development and focuses on long-term growth. We take great pride in leading the industry by earning respect through every interaction, every day. We go above and beyond to protect and grow relationships by anticipating needs, being honest and considerate, and valuing customers as genuine partners.

You will be responsible for:

• Assistance with research and analysis of tax issues
• Help with preparation of tax provisions, making tax payments, and maintenance of summary and control/tracking documentation
• Research US federal and state tax notices to determine resolution and handle communication with the relevant tax authority
• Draft technical memos to file and other tax-related documents to be reviewed by senior team members
• Assist the US tax team in all aspects of corporate federal and state tax initiatives
• May assist with Canadian tax matters as required

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of excel would be an asset
• Currently enrolled in an Accounting and Financial Management program, in 3rd or 4th year.
• Dedication to exceptional performance and professionalism
• Ability to work independently and as a strong team player
• Detail-oriented and the ability to consistently produce accurate deliverables
• Strong time-management skills and self-motivation, able to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research
• Thrive in organizations that constantly evolve and adapt
• Embrace collaborative sharing of knowledge within a teamwork environment
• Driven to achieving results and continuously striving to deliver the highest performance through creative thinking

While previous tax experience is an asset, it is not required.

IMPORTANT: Application Instructions

To ensure your application is submitted to our applicant tracking system accurately, please follow the instructions below.

• Please include all required documents (Resume, Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, etc.) in one combined file. Your application may be submitted in PDF or Microsoft Word format.
• Please ensure you apply on our OMERS/Oxford Careers Page in addition to applying via your school's job board

OMERS is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At OMERS inclusion and diversity means belonging. How we create a sense of belonging is through our employees and our vast network of Employee Resource Groups. Whether you are passionate about gender, pride, or visible minorities, we have groups that are focused on making a difference in all of our lives.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.The expected salary range for this position is $44,850.00 - $56,550.00 per year, prorated based on the term of the contract.

You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to participate in our group benefits and retirement plans – details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters.

Oxford's purpose is to strengthen economies and communities through real estate.

Our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work — and the customers we proudly serve.

From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are used to support certain stages of the OMERS recruitment process. While AI assists us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain central to our candidate experience.