Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
- Professional designation - CPA required.
- 8+ years of progressive tax experience, with significant experience in a Big 4 Accounting Firm or a complex global corporate environment.
- Deep technical expertise in Canadian tax legislation and a strong working knowledge of US and International tax frameworks.
- Proven track record of navigating tax regulations in jurisdictions where business models are not clearly defined.
- Expert-level tax research skills with the ability to translate complex regulations into actionable business strategies.
- Proven ability to independently manage complex indirect tax issues, audits, and global tax planning.
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented individual with strong organizational skills who can independently prioritize work and determine methods for the team to meet tight and competing deadlines.
- Ability to evaluate, analyze, and problem-solve highly complex assignments requiring a high degree of initiative and independent action.
- Strategic mindset in identifying and resolving global tax exposures before they impact the business.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated persuasion and negotiation skills used to influence a broad range of internal and external executive stakeholders.
- Strong proficiency with MS Word, Excel (Pivot Tables and V-Lookups) and advanced tax technology.
Nice to Have
- Fluency in French
- Experience with e-commerce, SaaS, or other fast-scaling tech industries
