Director of Tax

Job Description Posted Monday, March 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Proud to be 100% Canadian‑owned, Northland Properties is recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well‑known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest‑growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests.

EMPLOYER:

Northland Properties Corporation (NPC) LOCATION:

Support Centre, Vancouver, BC EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full Time COMPENSATION RANGE:

$165,000-190,000 BENEFITS:

Health/Dental/Vision, RRSP, Paid Time Off, Employee Perks.

Northland Properties is recognized throughout Canada as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, sports, and construction. Northland Properties Corporation is the force behind such brands as Sandman Hotel Group, The Sutton Place Hotels, Moxie’s Grill & Bar, Chop Steakhouse & Bar, Denny’s Restaurants, Shark Club Sports Bar, Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, The Dallas Stars, Grouse Mountain, Northland Asset Management Company and more to come!

The vision for the Northland Finance team is to develop a high‑functioning, effective and efficient finance function with scalable capabilities and processes to support finance operations, business growth, and compliance. Reporting to the CFO, the Director, Tax will lead the global tax function across the Northland group of companies, recommending and executing compliance practices and tax planning strategies for all tax matters. The Director, Tax will oversee the preparation of the Canadian tax returns at provincial and federal levels, work with external service providers to ensure continued compliance in all foreign jurisdictions and will support the broader finance team with all tax queries, audits, tax accounting and elements of international tax.

The ideal candidate must have a collaborative, professional, and service‑oriented approach when interacting with business partners, utilizing strong communication skills and interpersonal skills and excel at leading teams.

Responsibilities

Manage all Northland Group’s tax compliance activities, to ensure all necessary tax returns are prepared and filed accurately, completely and in a timely manner.

Lead and supervise the preparation of appropriate information returns and all direct and indirect tax returns in accordance with applicable legislative requirements.

Ensuring timely tax filings in all global jurisdictions. Reviews all tax returns and ensure the availability of supporting reconciliations with accounting records.

Ensure compliance and prompt payment of all required corporate tax installments.

Lead and assist in all tax authority relations, including remittances, assessments, reassessments and audits.

Support the application and compliance for issues related to indirect taxes.

Prepare and/or review tax provisions for audited and reviewed financial statements.

Prepare and/or review taxable income forecasts, tax notes and required reconciliations.

Define, optimize, and ensure proper execution of cross-border transfer pricing structures and positions including compilation and maintenance of all relevant contemporaneous documentation.

Ensure compliance with internal control policies on tax-related matters.

Identification and assessment of key tax risks and exposures, and outstanding issues/items and prioritization of completion.

Work with the rest of the Finance team, external tax consultants, and tax lawyers to ensure tax positions are appropriate and optimized.

Liaise with external auditors during annual audits/reviews of regulatory financial statements.

Liaise with various tax authorities.

Familiarize self with, and maintain proficiency with, all accounting and tax software and programs used by the Northland Group.

Assist with tax due diligence for new contracts, new business ventures or selective potential M&A opportunities.

Remain current on tax law and tax code updates, as reasonably possible.

Support various ad hoc or planning projects as assigned.

Other responsibilities include:

Responsible for the successful collaboration with inter‑department stakeholders (Accounting, Legal, Treasury, Data & Analytics, AP and Payroll).

Coaching and mentoring of junior staff is required.

Gain a thorough understanding around stakeholder expectations and leverage accounting resources and knowledge to meet those expectations.

Have a continuous improvement and customer‑service mindset, looking for opportunities to drive improved levels of service, speed, automation and reduce duplication to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of all finance functions in support of Northland's overall business success.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Administration, CPA Designation preferred.

8-10 years progressive related experience required.

CPA In‑Depth Tax Certification (recommended).

Large multi‑national corporation experience (required).

Strong Canadian tax and accounting experience, preferably with private Canadian companies applying ASPE accounting standards.

Strong financial, analytical, research and documentation skills.

Strong organization and time management skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Willingness to learn.

Passionate about process improvements.

Excellent communicator, self‑motivated and driven team player with the ability to build relationships and community with coworkers and cross‑functional partners.

Ability to train and manage staff.

Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in career opportunities with Northland Properties, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.

NPC uses AI‑enabled tools to assist with application management. All hiring decisions are made by people. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for this posting. NPC is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. NPC does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process upon request. If you need support, please email humanresources@northland.ca. NPC takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.

At Northland Properties, we are committed to building a network of talented professionals who can help to provide exceptional hospitality experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are constantly seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join us in various fields, including Construction, Finance, IT, HR, Marketing, and Support Center. To join our dedicated team and be a part of our thriving hospitality community, explore the exciting career opportunities available at https://northland.ca/careers./

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