Senior Advisor - Tax

Boralex Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Remote; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Continuous training

Flexible hours

Pension plan

Group insurance

Job summary

Boralex Inc. in Canada seeks a Senior Tax Advisor to lead Canadian tax compliance and accounting. You will manage tax provisions, returns, and credits, while collaborating with finance and business teams.

Role offers exposure to audits, tax research, and process improvements, with opportunities to expand into broader corporate tax matters as you grow. Fluency in French and English is required, with remote work options available.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master’s degree in Taxation or CPA In-Depth Tax Program.
• Minimum of five years of relevant tax experience in public practice or industry.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate taxation and tax accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills with an interest in automation and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support Canadian tax compliance and tax accounting under IFRS.
• Prepare quarterly and annual tax provisions and supporting audit docs.
• Prepare Canadian corporate/partnership income tax returns and information returns.
• Model taxes, compute current tax and prepare projections.
• Assist with investment tax credits, including clean technology credits.
• Coordinate tax audits and document tax positions; identify risks.
• Support internal teams on corporate income, direct, and property taxes.
• Drive process improvements, share knowledge, and stay updated on tax law.

Skills

CPA designation

Bilingual French English

Tax accounting

IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

Education

Master’s degree in Taxation

CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program

Job description

Join us to transform today's energy challenges into sustainable solutions for tomorrow and make a difference for our planet and future generations.

Boralex has been providing renewable and affordable energy for over 30 years. The Group, composed of more than 800 employees, operates renewable assets with an installed capacity of over 3 GW and is developing a project portfolio of 6.8 GW in wind, solar, and energy storage.

Welcome to the Finance Department

The Finance department is the central pillar of the economic and strategic management of our company. Composed of experts in accounting, internal control, treasury, taxation and investor relations, it ensures the optimization of resources and the security of financial operations.

Your Challenge

Join a tax team where technical rigor is combined with a practical understanding of business operations.

As a Senior Tax Advisor, you will play a key role in the Group’s Canadian tax compliance and tax accounting activities. You will also contribute to matters related to clean technology tax credits, tax audits, and the tax requirements arising from Boralex’s continued growth.

The role is primarily focused on tax compliance and tax accounting, while also offering the opportunity to gradually expand your exposure to broader corporate tax matters and strategic business projects as your expertise develops.

You will play an important role in:

Tax Accounting & Compliance

• Participate in the preparation of quarterly and annual tax provisions in accordance with IFRS;
• Analyze current and deferred income taxes and prepare supporting documentation for audit purposes;
• Prepare and review Canadian corporate and partnership income tax returns, as well as related information returns;
• Prepare tax models, current tax calculations, and short- and long-term tax projections.

Tax Credits & Government Incentives

• Support the analysis, documentation, and filing of investment tax credits, including clean technology tax credits;
• Monitor compliance requirements and supporting documentation related to applicable tax incentive programs.

Tax Audits & Risk Management

• Prepare and coordinate information requested by tax authorities during audits;
• Assist in documenting tax positions and identifying key tax risks.

Business Support

• Support internal business teams on matters related to corporate income taxes, direct taxes, and property taxes;
• Conduct tax research and provide clear, practical, and well-supported analyses.

Continuous Improvement & Development

• Contribute to the improvement of tax processes, controls, and tools, including automation and enhanced data utilization;
• Stay informed of tax legislation and regulatory developments;
• Support knowledge sharing and training initiatives for internal stakeholders.

Progressive Exposure to Corporate Projects

• Support the tax team, as needed, in analyzing issues related to development, financing, investment, and restructuring projects;
• Gradually expand your involvement in corporate tax matters and strategic initiatives as your responsibilities evolve.

To succeed in this position, you need:

• CPA designation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Master’s degree in Taxation or completion of CPA Canada’s In-Depth Tax Program;
• Minimum of five years of relevant tax experience gained in public practice and/or industry;
• Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate taxation;
• Experience in tax accounting, or a demonstrated desire to deepen expertise in this area;
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills;
• Advanced Excel skills and an interest in automation and process improvement;
• Professional proficiency in both French and English, written and spoken, to collaborate with teams and partners across Canada and internationally.

You Will Thrive in This Role If You

• Demonstrate rigor: You produce reliable, well-documented work and consistently meet deadlines.
• Enjoy understanding the business context: You seek to understand the business realities behind the numbers and tax positions.
• Take initiative: You identify issues, propose solutions, and move projects forward.
• Collaborate naturally: You build strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Communicate effectively: You can explain complex technical matters clearly and tailor your message to your audience.
• Want to grow: You are motivated to strengthen your technical expertise while expanding your exposure to broader corporate tax matters.

Your profile doesn’t perfectly match the criteria listed above? Your skills could still make a difference! If you think you can contribute to our growth, don't hesitate to try your luck and apply.

To be fully fulfilled in your daily life

By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition while adding your talent to an agile team. You will benefit from continuous training, flexible working hours and remote work, a retirement plan enhanced by Boralex, and a group insurance plan tailored to your personal needs.

Together, we will build a sustainable and inclusive world

By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition while adding your talent to an agile team. You will benefit from continuous training, flexible working hours and remote work, a retirement plan enhanced by Boralex, and a group insurance plan tailored to your personal needs.

We focus on long-term growth and profitability while aiming to satisfy all our stakeholders. Continuous improvementis essential, with ambitious and measurable goals, and this culture is fostered by autonomy, the right to make mistakes, and employee empowerment.

Transparency, inclusion, and kindness are essential elements in creating a rewarding work environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. This is why we raise awareness among all our teams on these issues and offer support networks, best practices, and educational content.

We value the diversity of experiences, perspectives, and expressions among our colleagues, partners, and communities. Feel free to join us, regardless of your age, origin, gender, potential disability, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

We put our energy where it matters.

• Contribute to the growth of a company that’s actively involved in the energy transition.
• Add your talent to an agile work team.
• Expand your knowledge through continuous learning.
• Keep fit with a membership allowance at a sports centre of your choice. Spend more time with your family thanks to a flexible and independent schedule.
• Plan your life beyond your career thanks to a pension plan to which Boralex contributes.