Manager, International Tax

Intact Financial Corporation; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Intact Financial Corporation is seeking a Manager, International Tax to lead Canadian international tax matters within a dynamic global financial services group. You will advise on cross-border transactions, manage complex tax research, and guide strategic initiatives across Finance and business units.

The role offers hybrid work in Canada, collaboration with senior leadership, and opportunities to shape international tax policy within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of corporate tax experience focusing on Canadian international tax matters.
• Experience with cross-border transactions and international structures is highly valued.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise on Canadian international tax matters including FAPI, repatriation, withholding taxes, and cross-border considerations.
• Lead tax research and advise on complex international transactions and regulatory changes.
• Support development and implementation of international tax strategies and projects.
• Prepare and review Canadian international tax compliance filings (Pillar Two, T1134, CbCR, foreign affiliate surplus).
• Assist in quarterly tax provision and financial reporting for international operations.
• Engage with tax authorities during audits and information requests.
• Advise on foreign transactions to identify and mitigate tax risks.
• Collaborate with Finance and business stakeholders to deliver practical tax solutions.
• Support international acquisition, investment, and restructuring through due diligence and planning.

Skills

Corporate tax experience

Cross-border tax

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

CPA

MTax considered

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary. Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life) Salary range (but not limited to): 118,700 - 145,100 Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 15% As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares. Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan. Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc. The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.

About the role

Shape Global Tax Strategy in a Growing Financial Services Organization Are you an international tax professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing organization? We’re seeking a Manager, International Tax to join our high-performing Tax team. Reporting to the Director, International Tax, this role offers the opportunity to work on complex cross-border tax matters, influence strategic business decisions, and contribute to the success of an organization with an expanding global footprint. This is an exciting opportunity for a tax professional who thrives on solving complex challenges, partnering with business leaders, and staying ahead of an evolving global tax landscape. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in public companies and/or large to mid-sized public accounting firms, where an understanding of international structures, regulatory environments, and cross-border transactions will be highly valued.

What You’ll Do

• Providing expertise on Canadian international tax matters, including Foreign Accrual Property Income (FAPI), repatriation strategies, withholding taxes, and other cross-border tax considerations


• Leading tax research and advising on the implications of complex international transactions and legislative developments


• Support in the development and implementation of international tax strategies and projects to address evolving business needs and regulatory changes


• Preparing and reviewing Canadian international tax compliance filings, including: Pillar Two reporting T1134 filings Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) Foreign affiliate surplus calculations


• Supporting quarterly tax provision and financial reporting requirements related to international operations


• Providing support in dealing with tax authorities, including audits, reviews, and information requests


• Reviewing and advising on foreign transactions to identify and mitigate potential tax risks


• Partnering closely with Finance and business stakeholders across the organization to deliver practical tax solutions


• Supporting international acquisition, investment, and restructuring activities through tax due diligence and planning

What You Bring to the Table

• CPA designation preferred, with completion of or progress toward the CPA In-Depth Tax Program


• Candidates holding a Master of Taxation (MTax) will also be considered


• Minimum 3+ years of corporate tax experience, with a strong focus on Canadian international tax matters


• Financial services industry experience is an asset, including exposure to multinational structures, investment entities, insurance, banking, wealth management, or other regulated financial institutions


• Experience working within a multinational Canadian organization and/or a large or mid-sized public accounting firm


• Working knowledge of foreign affiliate rules and FAPI legislation


• Experience supporting and advising on cross-border transactions and international business operations


• Exceptional analytical, project management, and organizational skills


• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; French is considered an asset

Why Join Us?

• Exposure to sophisticated international tax planning and advisory work


• Opportunities to lead meaningful projects and drive change


• Collaboration with talented professionals across Finance, Tax, and Business teams


• Ongoing professional development and career growth


• A supportive, inclusive, and high-performing culture where your expertise and ideas are valued

If you're passionate about international tax, enjoy solving complex business challenges, and want to advance your career within the financial services industry, we'd love to hear from you. #LI-Hybrid

Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en pleine croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team.

We are an equal opportunity employer At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today. We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request. If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs. Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility. If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.