Tax Manager

The position will report to the Senior Manager Tax and will be an integral part of managing Canada specific tax processes and matters. Responsibilities include assisting with responses to CRA inquiries, Canada specific tax-related questions, preparing interim and yearend Canada tax provisions, supporting tax planning activities, and managing outside service providers in preparing Canadian tax returns.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with US and global tax teams, legal and accounting teams, as well as Canada controllers and relevant business leadership. They should have experience in a growing organization, thrive on making a positive impact, and be able to oversee and manage various tax compliance and special projects at the same time.

Essential Responsibilities

- Lead and manage the tax compliance process for SSA Marine and Carrix Canadian subsidiaries, including the preparation, review and filing of all Canadian federal and provincial tax returns.

- Prepare and review the income tax provisions, including drafting of all related tax disclosures and footnotes that support external financial statements.

- Provide leadership in tax controversy and audit management, including developing audit strategies, maintaining a good business relationship with tax authorities and negotiating settlements.

- Participate in due diligence of corporate acquisitions and reorganizations, including analyzing complex tax arrangements and advising management of the tax implications and opportunities for cash tax and earnings optimization.

- Maintain an up-to-date detailed knowledge of current tax legislation and assess its implications for the company.

- Research complex tax issues, prepare documentation, memos and support materials to substantiate relevant tax positions and amounts filed, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.

- Manage the development of tax planning initiatives and implementation, including the review and execution of legal documents.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide business and tax advice on strategic and operational decisions. Assist with the evaluation of potential tax risks.

- Assist with review of business forecasts and special projects.

- Contribute to the training and the development of staff via presentations and/or discussion.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with CPA In‑depth Tax Course or equivalent. Master’s degree in Accounting/Taxation preferred.

- CPA or Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant designation preferred.

- 7+ years of income tax compliance and financial reporting work experience with a public accounting firm and/or corporate tax department.

- Knowledge of Canadian tax laws and international tax principles. Experience dealing with cross‑border tax issues preferred.

- Technical knowledge related to income tax accounting, computation of deferred tax balances, reconciliation of taxes payable, and relevant industry experience. Knowledge of U.S. income tax matters, U.S. GAAP ASC 740 – Income Taxes and SEC disclosure standards is preferred.

- Highly effective organizational, analytical, data‑management, inter‑personal and communications skills.

- Experience working with team members across geographies, collaborating and building relationships with stakeholders in financial and legal functions.

- Candidate must have advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills including advanced use of Excel macros, pivot tables, lookups, and data manipulation. Experience with Alteryx, Power BI, OneSource Income tax software preferred.

Benefits of Working with SSA Marine

- A compensation package which includes extended health & dental benefits.

- Access to learning and professional development opportunities to support you and your career development.

- Wellness and Employee Assistance programs.

- Free parking.

- Enjoy a company culture that is steeped in care for employees and where community and diversity, equity and inclusion are valued.

To Apply

If you are looking to broaden your horizon and are committed to making a difference, we’d like to meet you.

1. Submit your application

- As part of our hiring process, we use the Predictive Index Behavioural Assessment to better understand how your natural work style aligns with the role and our company culture. While we encourage applicants to complete the assessment, it is not a mandatory requirement to apply for any open roles. The assessment takes only 10-15 minutes to complete and has no right or wrong answers—just be yourself

- Please follow this link to complete the assessment: PI Assessment.

To learn more about our operations and company culture, mission, and vision, please view our website at www.ssamarine.ca.

SSA Marine is committed to Employment Equity. We welcome and embrace applicants with diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives. If you have preferred pronouns, please let us know when you apply.

Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.

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