Senior Manager, Taxation

As the Manager of Taxation, you will be responsible for managing all Canadian and US tax filings and provisions, as well as overseeing tax-related accounting and compliance matters. In addition, you will research, develop, and implement tax initiatives impacting our organization, requiring advanced knowledge of both Canadian and US tax laws, exceptional analytical skills, and proven leadership in guiding teams and managing cross-border taxation issues.
Responsibilities
Oversee the preparation and review of all Canadian tax returns and filings, including SR&ED claims, T106s
Manage US federal and state tax filings, including Forms 1042 and 1120
Coordinate and review cross‑border tax reporting and calculations/analysis, including T1134, surplus calculations and transfer pricing
Work closely with the reporting team to prepare all period‑end tax provisions, supporting schedules and financial statement note disclosures
Assist the financial planning team by preparing all tax projections required as part of the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and strategic plan processes
Act as the lead for all CRA and IRS income and commodity tax related inquiries
Serve as the first point of contact with external auditors for all tax‑related issues and inquiries
Research taxation issues, assess the impact of changes in Canadian and US tax legislation, and provide recommendations as required
Develop and implement tax planning strategies for Canadian and US tax efficiency, including structuring cross‑border transactions
Work closely with the Director of Finance and external tax advisors on tax structuring for mergers and acquisitions along with annual tax planning strategies
Complete special projects as required
Qualifications
CPA designation (Canada) required;
US CPA considered an asset
Completion of the In‑Depth tax program
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in tax, with significant exposure to both Canadian and US tax matters
Knowledge of commodity tax regulations
Experience with SR&ED filings
Knowledge of US federal and state tax regimes an asset
Excellent written and verbal skills
A self‑starter with strong attention to detail and a focus on meeting deadlines
Ability to prioritize, solve, and where appropriate, elevate issues
Strong decision‑making and analytical skills
Proficiency with TaxPrep and MS Office, specifically Word and Excel
Benefits & Perks
Fully company‑covered health and dental benefits from day 1
Company‑funded Health Spending Account
Plan for retirement with Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) and RRSP matching
Support for continuous learning and professional development
Paid personal and sick days on top of vacation days
Summer hours to enjoy the weather
Company‑sponsored social events and more
Our recruitment process includes accommodation for applicants with disabilities. All accommodations will consider the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability and are available upon request.
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