Senior Tax Advisor

Industry: Energy
Salary: $135-150K

Overview

Our Calgary based client is a leader in its field of renewable energy.  They are currently looking for a Senior Tax Advisor to join their corporate tax team.  This is a permanent role reporting to the Supervisor, Tax.   

Responsibilities:

This role offers exposure to complex tax matters and the chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 

Specific duties include:

  • Review and preparation of Canadian tax provisions and analysis for external financial statement purposes.
  • Review and preparation of the Canadian corporate and partnership income tax returns and other related filings.
  • Lead responses to Federal and Provincial tax audits, resolving issues and maintaining robust supporting documentation.
  • Conduct in-depth research on Canadian tax matters and develop clear, well-reasoned technical memos addressing complex issues.
  • Partner with the tax planning team to ensure accurate purchase accounting and compliance reporting for M&A transactions.
  • Assist with the Canadian tax filings and compliance requirements for the company’s foreign investments.
  • Review Canadian indirect tax returns and support indirect tax compliance processes.
  • Contribute to special projects and complex tax matters, providing expertise and innovative solutions.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering growth and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables.
  • Drive process improvements, enhancing efficiency and accuracy across tax operations.
  • Maintain SOX controls and documentation, safeguarding compliance and governance standards.

Requirements:

  • CPA designation
  • Ideally 7+ years post designation experience with public companies
  • Completion of In-Depth Tax
  • Proficient understanding of Canadian Corporate Income Tax, including Canada’s foreign tax regime, Pillar 2 and EIFEL
  • Strong understanding of accounting for income tax under IFRS
  • US tax experience is an asset
  • Understanding of SOX controls and reporting
  • Experience with SAP/S4 Hana is an asset
  • Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Skilled in collecting and analyzing complex data and drawing logical conclusions
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability
  • Excellent teamwork and team building skills
  • Collaborative problem solver who takes ownership of issues and drives to resolution
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while working independently and meeting various deadlines

To apply, please email us your resume, attached, in confidence to mike.buckner@roneta.com.  Please include the title of this position in the subject line.  We prefer resume files as .doc or .rtf; pdf acceptable.