Tax Manager

High Liner Foods; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

High Liner Foods is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Canadian and U.S. tax regulations, along with experience in managing tax audits. This role offers a hybrid work model and relocation assistance, along with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health, dental & vision coverage

Performance incentives

Employee assistance programs

Wellness programs

Retirement planning

Family-friendly policies

Learning and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of tax experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian or U.S. tax regulations.
• Experience managing tax audits and working with tax authorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance efforts and manage tax returns.
• Support tax strategy design and execution.
• Perform tax provision calculations under IFRS.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Strategic Tax Planning

Transfer Pricing

Tax Accounting

Process Improvement

Education

CPA, CA, or equivalent designation

Master’s in Tax

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Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager responsible for overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, preparing quarterly tax provisions, planning and strategic tax planning, and ensuring adherence to federal and state/provincial tax regulations across Canada and the U.S. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of either Canadian or U.S. tax regulations, with a high-level understanding of the other, including indirect taxes (GST/HST, PST, sales & use tax), and transfer pricing. The candidate should be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of navigating complex tax structures while ensuring compliance with evolving laws.

This role is based out of our Halifax office with a hybrid work model requiring in-office presence twice per week. Relocation assistance is available.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Tax Strategy & Planning

• Support the design and execution of the organization’s tax strategy to optimize tax efficiency.
• Assist in analyzing tax implications of business initiatives, acquisitions, and restructurings.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact.

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Oversee tax compliance efforts, including corporate tax planning and filings across jurisdictions.
• Manage the preparation of tax returns and work with external advisors for finalization.
• Ensure compliance with indirect taxes and lead tax audits.

Transfer Pricing & Intercompany Transactions

• Maintain and oversee transfer pricing policies.
• Support intercompany transactions and ensure documentation compliance.

Tax Accounting & Reporting

• Perform tax provision calculations under IFRS and local GAAP.
• Coordinate with finance for tax forecasting and reporting.

Process Improvement & Risk Management

• Identify opportunities for process automation and improvement.
• Develop controls to mitigate tax risks and resolve tax issues efficiently.

Qualifications

• CPA, CA, or equivalent designation; Master’s in Tax is an asset.
• 4+ years of tax experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian or U.S. tax regulations, with understanding of the other jurisdiction.
• Experience managing tax audits and working with tax authorities.
• Proficiency in tax accounting under IFRS.
• Knowledge of cross-border transactions, tax treaties, and intercompany financing.

What’s in it for you?

Join High Liner Foods for a career with great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Opportunities to grow and make an impact include:

• Competitive Salary
• Health, dental & vision coverage
• Performance incentives
• Employee assistance programs
• Wellness programs
• Retirement planning
• Family-friendly policies
• Learning and mentorship opportunities