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Tax Manager

STRIVE Recruitment

Vancouver

On-site

CAD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Tax Manager for a growing organization in the digital infrastructure sector in Vancouver. This pivotal role involves ensuring tax compliance across multiple entities and developing strategies for tax planning and advisory. The ideal candidate will have a CPA designation and a strong grasp of Canadian tax laws, along with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in tax.
  • Strong understanding of Canadian tax laws and knowledge of U.S. and international tax regulations.
  • Fluent in English; French is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and file corporate income tax and sales tax filings.
  • Lead preparation and review of tax provisions for financial statements.
  • Advise on tax implications for business transactions.

Skills

Analytical skills
Problem-solving skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills

Education

CPA designation
In-Depth Tax Program completion

Tools

Microsoft Excel
Tax software
ERP systems

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Tax Manager

Vancouver BC

$110,000-150,000

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver-based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration and Operations & Manufacturing. We are passionate about recruitment at STRIVE and commit to offering an upfront, genuine and consultative approach to everything we do - which is a big reason as to why we have been successful. Our proactive recruitment approach allows us to uncover high-calibre professionals for niche, specialized and what are often regarded as "hard to fill" roles.

THE ROLE

STRIVE Recruitment is proud to be supporting a rapidly growing, publicly listed organization in the digital infrastructure and technology space in their search for a Tax Manager. This is a newly created role within their expanding global finance team, offering the opportunity to lead tax compliance, provision, and planning activities across a multi-entity, international structure.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting

  • Prepare and file corporate income tax returns, sales tax filings (GST, QST, VAT, and Sales & Use Tax), and withholding tax submissions across North America, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
  • Lead the preparation and review of tax provisions (current and deferred) for financial statement reporting in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP standards.
  • Monitor and interpret global tax law changes and provide insights on their potential impact.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for external tax audits, preparing documentation and coordinating responses.
  • Continuously review and improve tax compliance processes in alignment with SOX and internal control standards.

Tax Planning & Advisory

  • Develop and recommend strategic tax planning initiatives to reduce tax liabilities and support business growth.
  • Advise on the tax implications of business transactions and support M&A and restructuring initiatives from a tax perspective.
  • Collaborate with leadership on corporate tax strategy and identify opportunities for process optimization and risk mitigation.

Transfer Pricing Management

  • Oversee the creation and maintenance of transfer pricing policies that meet international compliance standards.
  • Ensure proper documentation and intercompany agreements are in place to support cross-border transactions.
  • Perform analytical reviews to validate the accuracy of income and expense allocations across global entities.

Collaboration & Project Support

  • Liaise with auditors, legal counsel, and other external advisors on tax matters.
  • Contribute to quarterly and annual financial close activities and support audit readiness.
  • Participate in ad hoc financial projects and analyses as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

  • CPA designation required; In-Depth Tax Program completion preferred.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in tax, preferably in a multinational corporation or public accounting firm.
  • Strong understanding of Canadian tax laws; knowledge of U.S. and international tax regulations is highly valued.
  • Proficient in preparing tax provisions and managing tax for consolidated entities.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, both written and verbal.
  • Fluent in English; French language skills are a strong asset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with tax software and ERP systems.
  • Must be team-oriented, proactive, and highly organized.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally as required.
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