Director Tax Servus Credit Union Jasper Alberta

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian financial institution is seeking a Director Tax to oversee tax strategy and compliance within their accounting team. This full-time, remote position is ideal for an experienced CPA with 2-5 years in corporate tax. Responsibilities include managing tax filings, leading a team, and ensuring adherence to tax regulations. The role offers competitive compensation, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional development. Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership and operational skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Training & Development opportunities

Flexible work options

Health and wellness benefits

Vacation and retirement savings programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant fields is required.
• Active CPA designation or equivalent is mandatory.
• 2-5 years of experience in corporate tax is expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage all income and excise tax filings and communication.
• Oversee monthly tax accruals, quarterly provisions, and income tax returns.
• Research tax issues and communicate impacts to the business.

Skills

Leadership in tax strategy

Change management

Operational efficiency

Fiscal responsibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Business Commerce

CPA designation or equivalent

Job description

Director Tax – Servus Credit Union, Jasper Alberta

Servus Credit Union is Canada’s largest credit union, and we do things differently because we’re a credit union, not a bank. We put people before profits, reinvesting everything we earn to support our members, employees, and communities. Whether it’s profit sharing, competitive rates, or local initiatives, we help Albertans feel good about their money.

We’re hiring a Director Tax to join our Accounting Team. The position is full‑time and remote, with a preference for candidates located in Alberta.

In this leadership role you will act as a business owner and member of the united leadership team. You will collaborate, challenge, and pivot your team(s) to capitalize on opportunities that support the collective best interest of the organization and achieve excellence. Your enterprise knowledge will influence strategy development and direct the work required to deliver on our purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for the CRA, responsible for all income and excise tax filings and communication.
• Oversee the calculation and reporting of all credit union and subsidiary monthly tax accruals, quarterly tax provisions, income tax returns, GST returns, and deferred tax calculations.
• Research advanced tax and/or accounting issues and transactions, communicate impacts to the business, and document details in position papers or memos.
• Understand overall operations of the business and how transactions impact the company’s tax position.

Essential Leadership Skills

• Ambidextrous Leader – balance core expertise with cross‑functional knowledge to align work across the organization.
• Change Agility and Innovation – lead change and foster innovation using design thinking, data analysis, and digital literacy.
• Operational Excellence – manage the portfolio with efficiency, focusing on productivity, problem solving, and resource optimization.
• Courageous Leadership – cultivate a culture of excellence and learning, coaching diverse and inclusive high‑performing teams.
• Accountable Decision Making – take full ownership of decisions and results that impact the organization, balancing short‑ and long‑term goals.
• Fiscal and Risk Responsibility – lead responsibly with strict cost management controls and proactive risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Business Commerce, or equivalent.
• Active Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of the Income Tax Act.
• Working knowledge of IFRS, Excise Tax, and the Credit Union Act.
• 2–5 years of progressively senior positions in corporate tax.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation including performance‑based incentive pay and profit share.
• Training & Development opportunities and career advancement potential.
• Flexible work options and meaningful work aligned with individual and corporate goals.
• Employee volunteer program and opportunities to give back.
• Health and wellness benefits, vacation, and retirement savings programs.

Next Steps

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will only be accepted online, and only those being considered will be contacted.

At Servus Credit Union, we are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process upon request.

Employment Eligibility

The selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal background check, reference check, and credit check to qualify for hire by Servus Credit Union.