Indirect Tax Lead

About the role

We're on the hunt for an Indirect Tax Lead who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and get shit done. We're not your typical corporate office, we thrive on low process and high trust, trading on impact rather than hierarchy. Our work is about creating value and fostering personal growth, not playing a zero-sum game. We're all about fast shipping and continuous learning. If you're someone who prefers a structured environment and clocking out at 5 pm, this may not be the place for you. But if you're all about hyper-growth, can navigate through complex problems, and thrive amidst change and a bit of chaos, then you might just fit right in.

The Indirect Tax Lead will oversee Canadian GST / HST and other provincial sales taxes& related indirect tax issues worldwide. This position will report to the Director, Indirect Tax, located in the US and work closely with the Senior Leads of Indirect Tax in the US and Ireland.

As an Indirect Tax Lead, your role will focus on management, preparation, review and filing of Canadian Indirect tax returns, Canadian Indirect tax audits and information filings, preparation and calculation of tax accruals, assistance with tax planning, product guidance and tax automation processes. The role also includes process management for additional regions throughout the world.

How you'll make an impact :

Manage, prepare, review and file Canadian Indirect Tax returns

Manage indirect tax audits & inquiries from Canadian tax authorities

Collaborate with teams internally on data and compliance requirements

Conduct indirect tax research on new tax laws, tax law changes and compliance requirements.

Assist with streamlining and automating indirect tax processes

Partner closely with members of the tax team located in US, Canada and Ireland regarding determination of, risk assessments and ASC 450 reserves

Partner with internal business resources, outside service providers, accounting firms & consultants to solve complex indirect tax issues

Provide training and guidance to non-tax personnel and product teams relating to Canadian indirect tax requirements

Work cross functionally with operational & finance functions to assess implications of new product offerings, provide indirect tax recommendations and ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting across functions.

What you bring to the team :

An experienced indirect tax professional with 8+ years of experience in tax consultancy and / or industry or a tax authority .

Excellent tax technical knowledge of Canadian indirect tax policies & legislation

Experience filing and streamlining processes for indirect tax compliance in Canada

Strong tax technical knowledge of SaaS & e-commerce taxation trends

Strong with tax systems and reporting engines

Experience with Canadian Indirect FI reporting a plus

Ability to articulate complex concepts in a concise manner with excellent written & verbal communication skills.

Motivated self-starter who can work well independently and in a team environment.

Demonstrated track record of delivering results in a rapidly changing business environment.

Chartered Accountant or advanced degree in Taxation or Accountancy a plus.

Working experience in multinational environment is a plus

Relevant working knowledge of NetSuite indirect tax functionality is a plus

Experience with indirect taxes outside of Canada and the US is a plus