John Greenidge

Senior Manager, Indirect Tax Services

About John

John specializes in indirect tax, PST/RST and GST/HST services including business matters related to the provincial and federal sales tax legislation. His extensive experience of the internal operations regarding the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), notably in the GST/HST audit department, makes John ideal toward directly dealing with the CRA for refunds, rebates, and other GST/HST required filings. John’s a calculated, vigilant and dedicated tax professional providing management teams with detailed, reliable, and suitable financial information while working hard to meet client deadlines.

Services

Quick Facts

Professional Expertise

  • Indirect Tax
  • Federal Sale Tax (GST/HST)
  • Provincial Sales Tax (PST/RST)
  • Taxation
  • Accounting

Accomplishments

  • GST/HST Commodity Tax Symposium (Attend Annually) – Presented by CPA Canada
  • GST/HST Auditor (2012 – 2015) – Canada Revenue Agency
  • Provincial Sales Tax Auditor (2007 – 2012) – Ontario Ministry of Revenue

Education & Certifications

Chartered Professional Accountants Canada (2015) – In-depth GST/HST Course

Cambrian College (2004) – Advanced Accounting Diploma

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