Corporate Tax & Administration Manager

Corporate Tax & Administration Manager

North Vancouver, BC, Canada Req #3216 Wednesday, March 6, 2024

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About the role

Hybrid or Remote Full-time Senior Level

This role offers the opportunity to manage the tax function for both Canadian and US operations. You'll be responsible for ensuring accurate preparation and filing of Canadian corporate tax returns, maintaining legal records and registrations, and providing oversight for US tax compliance.

As a team player, you'll also work to improve tax efficiency, create strategic tax plans, and mitigate potential risks. To be successful, you'll need strong analytical and communication skills, along with a commitment to staying current with tax legislation in both jurisdictions.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, and a collaborative and fast-paced work environment. If you're passionate about tax compliance and enjoy collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, apply today!

We can accommodate either remote work or working from our North Vancouver head office, based on the candidate's preference.

Key Responsibilities :

• Facilitate and manage the preparation and accurate, timely filing of Canadian federal & provincial income tax, indirect tax & NRWHT returns and other business-related filings.
• Ensure accurate, timely filing of consolidated US federal, state and local income tax, indirect tax and NRWHT returns and other business-related filings for all US based operations.
• Direct professional external tax advisors situated in both Canada and the USA, as necessary.
• Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures.
• Coordinate preparation of income tax working papers for statutory auditors.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary federal and provincial / state taxes.
• Coordinate with members of the finance team as they prepare components of federal income tax returns and other tax documents.
• Plan for and develop overall return calendar and coordinate timing and inputs with finance team.
• Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.
• Manage and facilitate tax authority audits, coordinating with professional advisors as necessary.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management and the finance team and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation.
• Provide support with various internal audits and special tax related projects.
• Assist ALS client service representatives in responding to client sales tax queries.
• Manage usage of online tax and legal compliance portals.
• Manage and mentor members of finance team to greater levels of effectiveness and engagement.
• Facilitate and manage the corporate tax and legal registrations and licenses at federal, provincial / state and municipal levels.
• Coordinate maintenance of Canadian corporate minute books.

About you :

• Extensive corporate tax knowledge in both Canada (essential) and USA (highly desirable).
• Familiarity with corporate legal compliance and governance.
• Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of tax legislation, compliance and procedures for corporations.
• Familiarity with CAN & USA federal, provincial / state and local reporting requirements.
• Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements.
• Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks and the tasks of other finance team members.
• Ability to work well independently as well as the ability to work well with stakeholders and communicate the benefits of tax initiatives.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in a tax manager or public accountant role.
• At least 2 years of experience in a management role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Current CPA (Certified Public Accountant) registration.
• University degree in an accounting discipline.

Working at ALS

Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential.

We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work.

Our benefits include :

• Competitive salary ranging from $120-140k / annum.
• Comprehensive benefit package specific to your work status (including extended medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to company perks, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs).
• Additional vacation days for years of service.
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company.
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more).

Please note : Benefits vary based on employee status.

About ALS

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability.

Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalized solutions supported by local expertise.

We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognized and valued.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, military or veteran status, gender, age, disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics protected by the law.

We invite resumes from all interested parties, including women, Indigenous persons, members of minority groups, and persons living with disabilities.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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