Join Rexel: A Global Leader in Electrical Distribution
Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 countries and leveraging a network of 1,950 branches and 27,000 employees. We provide innovative electrical solutions and equipment for the industrial, residential, and commercial sectors. As the energy industry evolves, our business is transforming alongside it. This change is driven by you—our fresh thinkers, innovators, and groundbreakers. By collaborating closely with our customers and partners, Rexel is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our employees, customers, and stakeholders alike. Together, we are building sustainable performance and shaping a better future.
Rexel Canada operates under five distinct banners: Rexel Atlantic, Rexel Utility, Westburne, Nedco, LTL and Talley.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a detail-oriented Tax Analyst / Tax Accountant to support the company’s recurring tax compliance and reporting activities across monthly, quarterly and fiscal year end cycles. The role will coordinate preparation, collection of source documentation, filers and system entries, liaise with internal stakeholders and external advisors, and help maintain timely and accurate tax filings using company tax systems. This position is ideal for a candidate with strong technical tax knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and proven ability to manage recurring deliverables and ad hoc requests.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute recurring tax compliance tasks across monthly, quarterly and fiscal year-end cycles, ensuring deadlines are met and filings are accurate.
- Prepare and maintain tax schedules and workpapers required for corporate, and other periodic tax filings.
- Track task timelines: establish and update starting dates, due dates, and frequency for each recurring filing or submission.
- Identify, request and collect source information from business units and other internal stakeholders: specify required documents, contact names, and contact emails; follow up to secure timely delivery.
- Complete filing activities using established filing methods (electronic portal, e-file, paper submission) and ensure confirmations / acknowledgements are captured and filed.
- Reconcile filings to accounting records and assist with journal entries related to tax accruals and payments.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation, responding to queries, and maintaining an organized archive of tax files and correspondence.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field.
- 2–5 years of relevant tax experience in a corporate tax department, accounting firm, or tax advisory role (adjustable depending on level of hire).
- Familiarity with recurring tax processes for monthly, quarterly and annual returns (income tax, VAT/GST/sales tax, withholding taxes, regulatory filings).
- Hands-on experience with tax compliance software and general accounting systems
- (experience with common tax platforms, ERP systems, or filing portals is a plus).
- Strong Excel skills; experience with data extraction, reconciliation and analysis.
- Excellent organizational skills, able to manage multiple deadlines, tasks and stakeholders simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear information requests and follow-up messages to internal and external contacts.
- Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy and good judgement.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Must be bilingual; English and French speaking
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is CAD 75000 - 90000. Final compensation within this range will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. This range does not include variable pay or other components of Rexel’s total rewards package.
What We Offer:
• Our employees enjoy a positive work-life balance while thriving in an environment that is dynamic and motivated by new and exciting challenges.
• We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, and pension plans, along with a remarkable range of career opportunities—whether advancing in your current field or exploring something entirely new. If you’re motivated, we’ll help you find the career path that suits you.
• Rexel Canada is committed to Employment Equity and values a diverse workforce, recognizing each employee's unique talents and skills.
What Is Next?
• If this position aligns with your career goals, click "Apply" to submit your application.
• We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
• For additional career opportunities, please visit www.rexel.ca.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field
- 2-5 years of relevant tax experience in a corporate tax department, accounting firm, or tax advisory role
- Familiarity with recurring tax processes for monthly, quarterly and annual returns (income tax, VAT/GST/sales tax, withholding taxes, regulatory filings)
- Hands-on experience with tax compliance software and general accounting systems
- Experience with common tax platforms, ERP systems, or filing portals
- Strong Excel skills, including data extraction, reconciliation and analysis
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including drafting information requests and follow-ups
- Detail-oriented with high level of accuracy and good judgement
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Bilingual: English and French speaking
What We Do
Rexel, worldwide expert in the professional multichannel distribution of electrical products and services for the energy world, addresses three main markets - residential, commercial, and industrial. The Group supports its customers to be at their best in running their business, by providing a broad range of sustainable and innovative products, services, and solutions in the field of technical supply, automation, and energy management. Rexel operates through a network of over 1,900 branches in 19 countries, with more than 27,000 employees. The Group’s sales were €19.2 billion in 2023. Over the past five years, Rexel has proven its ability to structurally outperform the growing and increasingly attractive electrical distribution market. The demand in green energy and energy efficiency has boosted the Group’s businesses. On February 11, 2021, Rexel presented its mid-term ambitions. The Group’s strategy relies on a growth, value-creation and ESG ambition approach, via several strategic initiatives: - Accelerating growth through “More Customers, More SKUs, More Digital” - Improving operational and financial performance, in particular through digital - A balanced capital allocation around return to shareholders and investment in future growth. As an example, Rexel seizes any external growth opportunity in order to strengthen its position in certain geographies such as the United States or to add adjacent skills. ESG targets for 2030: - A 35% reduction in CO2 emissions of its operations (scopes 1&2) compared to 2016 - A 45% reduction in CO2 emissions from the use of products sold (scope 3) compared to 2016. 2023 sales: €19.2 billion 19 countries 1,900 branches 27,000 employees
