Manager, Taxation

Why Work Here

Employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. Internal advancement is commonplace and we are always supported in our career journey. We believe in creating a workplace where you can thrive professionally while contributing to something greater serving our communities and shaping the future of energy.

About the Role:

Bring your curiosity and technical depth to a role where your work directly supports the future of essential services. Were looking for a Manager Taxation to join our Accounting & Finance team in Calgary Alberta.

Reporting to the Director Taxation youll own a significant portion of ATCOs overall tax function from keeping us compliant and audit-ready to driving thoughtful tax planning that helps manage our total tax position. Youll lead tax compliance and financial reporting activities provide practical guidance to operating subsidiaries on complex income tax matters and help shape strategy as legislation and business priorities evolve. Youll also be a hands-on leader within a team of more than a dozen dedicated tax professionals.

Youll thrive here if you enjoy digging into the details translating technical issues into clear recommendations and partnering across the business to get things done. If you challenge the status quo embrace change and lead with integrity and collaboration wed love to hear from you.

What You Get to Do:

Manage the tax functions of a number of ATCOs subsidiary companies
Complete accurate and timely review and analysis of annual Canadian federal and provincial tax filings for the ATCO Group Corporate Office and subsidiaries
Manage the ATCO groups compliance under the new Pillar Two and interest deductibility (EIFEL) regimes and the ATCOs groups international tax attributes
Serve as a key contact for government auditors including the management of the reassessment and appeal process and communicating with tax advisors legal counsel and government officials
Liaise with Finance personnel on tax related matters including monthly reporting variance analysis and budgets and planning
Complete accurate and timely review and analysis of the quarterly and annual income tax provisions
Assist in managing the quarterly and annual reporting obligations in respect of the ATCO Groups various audited and/or consolidated financial statements
Participate in the development of tax planning strategies for mergers acquisitions and reorganizations within the organization and in third-party transactions
Keeps abreast of the latest tax developments and issues that impact ATCO such as changes in legislation court decisions rulings etc.
Develop and ensure compliance with the organizations relevant accounting and tax policies
Coach mentor and lead individuals within the team and in ATCO subsidiaries to develop the skills required to exceed in their roles and take on increasingly senior responsibilities

What You Bring:

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Commerce or related program
7 years Canadian corporate income tax experience with a minimum 7 years post-CPA experience
A professional Canadian accounting designation (CPA)
Completion of the CPA Canada in-depth income tax program
Prior experience in a leadership role; comfortable with mentorship delegation and oversight of work
Previous experience within the tax function of either a large corporation with complex operations or a public practice with a sophisticated client base
Superior technical mind with strength in both tax research and compliance in a complex tax environment
Strong communication presentation and interpersonal skills particularly the ability to articulate and communicate complex tax issues to a non-technical audience
Ability to prioritize and effectively manage a multitude of responsibilities with competing deadlines
High ethical standards and personal integrity in all internal and external dealings
Demonstrated ability to assess risks arising from sophisticated tax strategies
An open mind that shares ideas with others considers alternative positions and asks questions with the goal of achieving the best answer for ATCO
Familiarity with TaxPrep tax return preparation software is an asset
Experience with US taxation matters considered an asset
Experience working with joint ventures regulated utilities and international operations are considered assets

What We Offer:

A culture based on caring integrity agility collaboration and striving for excellence
Competitive compensation
Flex benefits
Tuition assistance program
Training and mentorship programs
Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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