Director, Tax
On-siteEdmonton, Alberta, Canada
Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeLarge
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeLarge
Job Summary
Translate complex tax concepts into clear business direction to drive decision-making and lead tax planning that supports strategy, including optimizing expense across operations and M&A. Oversee accurate, timely compliance for income and indirect taxes, manage global tax provisions for financial reporting, and lead audits, disputes, and appeals while building relationships with auditors and authorities. Monitor legislative changes, update internal documentation, and provide guidance to stakeholders. Build and lead a high-performing tax team through recruiting, coaching, and capacity management.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 10 years of progressive tax experience in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments, with significant time at the senior leadership level
- A Canadian professional accounting designation (CPA)
- Advanced knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax and a working command of international tax principles, with the ability to manage diverse business stakeholder needs
- Working understanding of indirect taxes, sufficient to provide enterprise oversight across risk management, governance, compliance frameworks, and audit processes
- Demonstrated experience managing tax audits, disputes, and external advisors
- Knowledge of tax governance models and internal controls in a complex corporate environment
- Strong executive and board level communication skills and experience
- An effective communicator and collaborator, able to partner across functions and jurisdictions
- Strong understanding of how tax intersects with M&A, corporate restructuring, financing, and broader business strategy
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, develop, and retain a specialized team of tax professionals
- Strong judgment and prioritization, with a focus on material risks and opportunities in a complex, evolving environment that includes frequent non‐routine projects
- Highly autonomous and solutions‐oriented, navigating complexity with sound judgment to deliver practical outcomes
- Breath Alcohol Test
- Urine Drug Test
- Reference and/or Background check including Criminal Record Check
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