Tax Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 26, 2026. Extendicare scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job Description
The Tax Analyst will report to the Manager of Tax. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities include preparing tax provisions, ensuring compliance of income tax and commodity tax filings, assisting with tax audits, drafting objections, and special projects as required.
The successful candidate will bring critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, a strong attention to detail and a desire to “dig in” to learn the business while being mindful of the strong culture and commitment of the Company to provide care and services to our residents and support our team members across Canada as we “help people live better”.
This role will be based in Markham Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Prepare Federal and Provincial corporate tax returns, and other information returns.
Prepare monthly and quarterly tax provisions and various tax reconciliations.
Research and document tax issues including addressing operational commodity tax questions.
Manage filing and reconciliation of monthly, quarterly, and annual GST/HST and PST returns including, GST111 annual returns, NRRP rebate for Extendicare group of companies and Assist managed home clients.
Assist with CRA and other tax audits, assessments and reassessments.
Reconcile Extendicare legal entity tax filings with assessments, and draft necessary objections.
Perform research and prepare memos on various tax matters as they arise.
Coordinate tax payments and ensure timely, accurate remittance across all applicable jurisdictions.
Contribute to the monitoring and optimization of the Company’s overall tax costs, recoveries, and process efficiencies.
Maintain compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures; identify process improvements and support implementation initiatives.
Collaborate cross functionally with Finance and other internal stakeholders to support tax related projects and business initiatives.
Perform other projects as assigned.
What we’re looking for:
University degree in accounting, finance or related fields.
Working towards a Professional Accounting Designation (CPA) is required.
At least 1-3 years of work experience in accounting and tax.
Exposure to tax audits, assessments or tax authority inquiries is considered an asset.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Experience in sales tax returns is an asset.
Familiar with GST/HST rules relating to healthcare exempt and zero-rated supplies and public services bodies rebate.
Experience with TaxPrep software and advanced accounting system (eg. Workday).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment.
Knowledge of the real estate and/or healthcare industry is an asset.
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Robust benefits package
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a broad network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 24 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 157,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs more than 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.
Time Type
Full timeCompensation Details
Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [email protected].
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.