Senior Manager - Indirect Tax

Cambridge Housing Authority; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A government housing organization is looking for a Senior Manager - Indirect Tax, responsible for managing various indirect taxes across Canada and the US. The role entails overseeing tax compliance, leading the team, and providing strategic tax advisory support. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience, a Canadian CPA designation, and excellent communication and analytical skills. This is a full-time remote position offering competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in indirect tax roles with hands-on compliance and strategic oversight.
• Strong desire to specialize in Indirect Tax.
• Ability to manage conflicting demands and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation, review, and filing of indirect tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Lead and mentor branch accountants on compliance and reporting.
• Manage indirect tax audits and authority queries.

Skills

Indirect tax compliance

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Research and analytical skills

Data analysis

Education

Canadian CPA designation

Tools

Excel

Automation tools

Job description

Join the ride!

Position: Senior Manager - Indirect Tax

Location: Remote Position

Classification: Full-Time, Immediate Hire

Job overview

This role is responsible for managing GST/HST, QST, provincial sales taxes (PST), luxury taxes, excise taxes, and other indirect taxes levied by the provincial and federal governments in Canada as well as sales/use tax in the US, with a combined focus on strategic leadership and hands‑on execution.

What the job is all about:

Indirect Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of indirect tax returns (VAT, GST, sales/use tax) across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensure timely submissions and payments in line with local requirements.
• Maintain an accurate tax calendar and manage indirect tax registrations.

Tax Advisory Support

• Provide practical, business-aligned advice on indirect tax implications of North America sales, digital services, product launches, intercompany arrangements, and supply chain design.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Legal, Sales Ops and Procurement support teams) to ensure tax‑compliant business operations and scalable solutions.
• Researching and preparing technical positions for complicated indirect tax matters.
• Drafting written communications to stakeholders, including memoranda, opinion letters and reports.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead, mentor, and support branch accountants on indirect tax compliance and reporting.
• Present and train branch accountants on administrative and legislative updates.
• Support team growth and contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and training where applicable.

Systems, Process, and Automation

• Provide guidance to IT stakeholders regarding indirect tax settings and matrix.
• Drive automation of compliance processes, including data gathering, reconciliation, and return preparation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and audit readiness.

Audit & Risk Management

• Manage indirect tax audits and authority queries.
• Ensure documentation and data retention policies are met for audit readiness.
• Proactively identify and mitigate indirect tax risks through strong controls and oversight.

What You Bring To The Role

• 7+ years of experience in indirect tax roles with a mix of hands‑on compliance and strategic oversight. Canadian CPA designation.
• Highly self‑motivated individual with a strong desire to specialize in Indirect Tax.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills.
• Excellent research and analytical skills with the ability to effectively apply tax knowledge to business situations.
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting demands and priorities.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills; experience with automation tools is a plus.
• High level of drive, enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

The Perks.

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Company‑wide appreciation events and contests throughout the calendar year
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career

And those are just the basics. We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full

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