Commodity Tax Specialist

**Commodity Tax Specialist**
**Location**: Calgary Head Office
**Job status**: Full Time Permanent
**Department**:Corporate Tax

Is this position safety sensitive: No

At Gibson, we believe our competitive advantage lies in the strength and talents of our employees. That means connecting our employees to rewarding careers, building a high-performance culture where collaboration and creativity are rewarded, and providing real growth opportunities for employees to take on new challenges.

**The Role**

**What You Will Do**

As the Commodity Tax Specialist you will:

- Prepare and file Canadian and US state indirect tax returns and related schedules, elections, refunds, and other filings, making efficient use of tax software where applicable.
- Consult with and advise on all matters related to commodity tax compliance, planning, and dispute resolution across the Company’s businesses in Canada and the U.S.
- As the indirect tax expert, compile memos, working papers, and reconciliations, ensuring each file is adequately supported and maintained in compliance with legislative requirements and internal protocol.
- Work independently on complex commodity tax issues and prepare balanced recommendations, escalating complex issues if required.
- Update, review, and/or reconcile monthly indirect tax accounts prior to inclusion in consolidated financial reporting.
- Access ERP systems (including Dynamics 365), to extract records and reports, interpret data, and perform routine and ad-hoc analyses.
- Assemble documentation requested by taxation authorities, including the preparation of responses to external auditor queries.
- Prepare technical research and provide advice on a variety of indirect tax issues.
- Assess the impact of new and emerging indirect tax legislation.
- Maintain tax exemption certificates for all business activities.
- Develop, apply, and maintain ERP tax logic for existing systems and new implementations.
- Act as the senior commodity tax resource by providing guidance, coaching, mentoring to less experienced staff, escalating more complex issues to the Manager Tax.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment and proactive approach to Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) through participation in all applicable EH&S programs and ensures safe operation of the branch, team or unit and compliance with all Company EH&S policies and procedures.
- May perform other duties as assigned.

**What You Will Do**
- Post-secondary degree or diploma and/or equivalent years of related experience.
- 5 - 10 years of in-depth experience in a commodity tax role in oil and gas industry, a public accounting firm, or equivalent is required.
- Experience in the preparation and completion of Canadian and US indirect tax returns is required.
- CPA Canada In-depth GST Course would be considered an asset.
- Experience in a public company setting would be considered an asset.
- Experience in regulatory, property assessment, and/or tax would be considered an asset.
- Must keep up-to-date on changes to commodity tax regulations and legislation.
- Strong computer and technical skills including Microsoft Office Applications, TaxPrep, and accounting systems, including Microsoft Dynamics AX and D365; Advanced Microsoft Excel and analytical skills preferred.
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain complex commodity tax issues to all levels of the business and external advisors.
- Proven ability to work effectively with key business stakeholders.
- Ability to express ideas clearly, both verbally and in written form.
- Self-motivated, energetic team player, able to work well under pressure.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives.
- Ability to complete assignments on time and in a manner fully acceptable to the individual(s) requesting same.
- Demonstrates attention to detail in the performance of duties.

**Working Conditions**
- The majority of the work is performed in an office environment.

**Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson**

For over 70 years, Gibson has been defined by our people — those who seize opportunities and make exceptional customer service a part of everything we do. Working at Gibson is an opportunity to be part of a place where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to do their best work. Here’s what sets us apart:

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A competitive Total Rewards package** that truly values your contributions.
- ** Employer contributions to your DC Pension** because we believe in your future.
- ** Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits**, with industry leading coverage for mental health and family planning — ensuring you and your loved ones thrive.
- ** Generous time off** to rest, recharge and live life to the fullest.
- ** An incredible work environment and culture** where your career development and advancement are prioritized every step of the way.
- ** A flexible hybrid work setup**, empowering you to balance work and life seamlessly.

Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibson” or the “Compan