Senior Manager, Corporate Tax

Kassen Recruitment; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kassen Recruitment is seeking a senior corporate tax leader to oversee intricate Canadian and US tax matters, guiding cross-border strategy and providing strategic tax input to senior leadership. The role focuses on compliance, planning, and business-aligned tax solutions across two major jurisdictions.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience in corporate taxation, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of cross-border tax implications to support strategic decisions and tax

Qualifications

• Significant experience in corporate taxation spanning Canadian and US corporate income tax.
• Senior Manager or Director-level experience in corporate tax, tax advisory, or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Canadian and US tax legislation, compliance, and cross-border considerations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex Canadian and US corporate income tax matters and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical guidance on cross-border tax issues and related business transactions.
• Assess tax risks and opportunities and develop practical recommendations for business objectives.
• Review corporate tax filings, calculations, and supporting documentation for accuracy.

Skills

Cross-border tax expertise

Canadian tax knowledge

US tax knowledge

Leadership/mentoring

Tax research

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

Job description

A respected organization is exploring the addition of a senior corporate tax professional to strengthen its tax function. This opportunity is suited to an experienced tax leader with deep technical knowledge of both Canadian and US corporate taxation, the ability to navigate complex cross-border matters, and the judgment to support strategic business decisions.

This senior-level opportunity will focus on overseeing complex corporate tax matters across Canadian and US jurisdictions. Working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders, you will provide technical guidance, assess tax implications of business decisions, and help ensure effective tax planning and compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee complex Canadian and US corporate income tax matters, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on cross-border tax issues, corporate tax planning, and related business transactions.
• Assess tax risks and opportunities, developing practical recommendations to support business objectives.
• Review corporate tax filings, calculations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Interpret changes in tax legislation and evaluate their potential impact on the organization.
• Partner with finance and senior leadership teams on tax-sensitive business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, strengthen controls, and enhance reporting practices.
• Support the resolution of complex tax issues and coordinate with external advisors when required.
• Contribute to the continued development of tax policies, procedures, and best practices across relevant jurisdictions.

What You Bring

• Significant experience in corporate taxation, with expertise spanning both Canadian and US corporate income tax.
• Senior Manager or Director-level experience in corporate tax, tax advisory, or a comparable technical leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Canadian and US tax legislation, compliance requirements, and cross-border tax considerations.
• Proven ability to manage complex tax matters and develop practical, commercially focused solutions.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex tax concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience working with external tax advisors and cross-functional teams is an asset.

Why Join?

This potential opportunity offers the chance to contribute at a senior level, influence tax strategy, and provide guidance on complex matters spanning two major tax jurisdictions. It may appeal to an experienced professional seeking broader responsibilities, meaningful engagement with senior leadership, and the opportunity to help shape tax operations as business needs evolve.