Tax Director

3 days ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Gowling WLG Full time
Job Title: Head of Tax

At Gowling WLG, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion, and commitment to delivering outstanding client service. Our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people.

Job Summary

The Head of Tax & Treasury is responsible for the ongoing review and development of policies and processes for our national treasury and tax strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations and strong stewardship of the Firm's assets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement best practices for the Firm's treasury operations to enhance effectiveness and ensure strong controls to protect the Firm's and client funds, ensuring compliance with ASPE, law society, and related tax rules and regulations.
  • Oversight of daily cashflow monitoring and management of use of credit facilities to ensure sufficient funds for quarterly partner distributions.
  • Oversight of sales, corporate, bare trust, and partner tax compliance, ensuring that processes developed are best practices, efficient, and ensure adherence to federal and provincial regulatory requirements.
  • Manage relationships with banks, external tax advisors, auditors, and tax authorities.
  • Oversee the negotiation of terms and fees for banking services, including loans, credit facilities, and merchant services.
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks related to currency and interest rates.
  • Develop and implement tax planning strategies to ensure partnership tax position is fairly allocated to current and future partners.
  • Stay updated on changes to tax laws and regulations.
  • Assist reporting group with year-end provisions, audit, and tax-related reporting.
  • Work with the Director to supervise and mentor tax and treasury staff, providing guidance on complex tax and treasury issues.
  • Participate in other projects or initiatives, as required.
Requirements
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian tax rules.
  • Ability to set priorities and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience in a law firm, bank, or partnership would be a strong asset.
  • Bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.



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