Ken To
About Ken To
Ken To is a Tax Manager at TELUS with over 30 years of experience in accounting and tax roles across various industries and countries.
Current Title and Role
Ken To is currently serving as a Tax Manager at TELUS. In this role, he oversees various tax-related functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing tax strategies for the company. With his extensive experience in tax management, Ken plays a critical role in managing TELUS's tax liabilities and supporting strategic financial planning initiatives.
Previous Experience at Magna International
Before joining TELUS, Ken To spent a significant portion of his career at Magna International in Aurora, Ontario. His tenure at Magna International began in 2002, where he initially worked as a Tax Specialist for three years. He then advanced to the position of Tax Manager, a role he held for eight years from 2006 to 2014. Finally, he served as Senior Tax Manager from 2015 to 2019. His roles at Magna International involved extensive tax management responsibilities, including compliance, planning, and strategy.
Career in Canada Life Assurance Co.
Ken To worked at Canada Life Assurance Co. in Toronto for six years, from 1996 to 2002, as a Senior Tax Consultant. During his tenure, he provided tax consulting services and managed tax compliance for the company. Additionally, Ken served as an Account Administrator at Canada Life Investment Management Ltd. for one year between 1995 and 1996, further honing his skills in financial management and tax strategies.
Early Career and International Experience
Ken To began his accounting career in Hong Kong, where he worked in various roles, including Audit Assistant at Sunny Leung & Co CPA from 1982 to 1985, Senior Auditor at Chiang Lai Chan & Co. CPA from 1985 to 1991, and Accountant at Salon Films (H.K.) Limited from 1990 to 1992. He later transitioned to Canada, where he worked as an Account Clerk at 3D Microcomputers W&D (Canada) Inc. in Markham, Ontario, from 1992 to 1994.
Professional Transition from Audit to Tax
Ken To's professional journey has seen him transition from audit-focused roles to specializing in tax management. After starting his career as an audit assistant and senior auditor in Hong Kong, he shifted to tax-focused roles in Canada. His extensive experience in both public accounting firms and corporate tax departments has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of regulatory compliance, tax planning, and financial strategy.