Associate Director, US Taxation

Highlights of the job

EPCOR Utilities Inc. is seeking a seasoned tax professional to lead its US Taxation function ensuring accurate and timely tax filings strategic compliance and effective team leadership. As the Associate Director US Taxation youll play a pivotal role in shaping tax strategies supporting regulated operations and guiding a high-performing team to deliver results aligned with corporate finance goals. This role offers the opportunity to influence business development initiatives lead tax-related due diligence and manage a significant budget with autonomy and accountability. Ideal candidates bring a professional accounting designation over a decade of relevant experience and a sharp analytical mindset to navigate complex tax landscapes. If youre ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic growth-oriented environmentthis is your chance to lead with purpose.

What youd be responsible for:

The Associate Director US Taxation is accountable for the performance of EPCORs US taxation function. This includes ensuring accurate and timely preparation of the Companys US income and other tax returns US tax provision items for financial reporting purposes US tax-related responsibilities for business development activities and development/implementation of appropriate tax planning strategies.

• Lead coach and develop a team of tax professional responsible for the organizations U.S. taxation function and strategy foster a culture of accountability collaboration continuous improvement and exceptional customer service while ensuring the team had the capabilities and resources required to achieve business objective.
• Ensure compliance with new and existing US tax laws and regulations; ensure timely and accurate recording of all taxrelated liabilities and expenses. Ensure the timely accurate preparation and submission of all tax filings returns remittances payments and installments. Oversee all US taxrelated compliance audits conducted by US taxing authorities.
• Oversee accounting for income taxes for the US group of companies.
• Oversee US taxrelated components of business development projects.
• Develop implement and review the business plan within the context of the Taxation Group business plan (including mission vision values strategic positioning operational plan and resource plan).
• Ensure EPCORs taxation standards are developed revised and implemented in a timely proper and consistent manner across the company.
• Plan and identify necessary budget requirements and provide exceptional processes to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations.

Analyze and identify issues impacting operational performance and establish initiatives for continuous improvement to help ensure that no material interest or penalties are incurred due to late or incorrect tax filings returns remittances payments or installments. Ensure prudent taxation strategies are implemented to minimize taxes while remaining compliant with relevant tax law and jurisprudence.

Whats required to be successful:

• Professional Accounting Designation
• Undergraduate degree in a related field (Business Finance etc.)
• Professional Accounting Designation
• Completion of a formal US Tax-related course (Master of Taxation or similar)
• 10 years of tax-related experience which includes;
• 10 years of experience preparing and reviewing large-company US corporate income tax returns and other compliance filings.
• 5 years of managing tax professionals.
• 4 years of leading US tax-related business development activities and overseeing tax structuring for large companies.
• Experience in the regulated utility industry (including working knowledge of regulatory accounting principles) and/or a large corporate setting would be a significant asset.
• Experience with Canadian Corporate income tax returns filings and business development activities would be an asset.
• Working knowledge of regulatory accounting principles would be an asset.
• Excellent quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Solid time management and organization skills.
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office particularly Excel required.
• Excellent leadership skills and interpersonal skills.
• Able to successfully apply the relevant knowledge to ensure full compliance with accounting for income tax rules under IFRS and US GAAP.
• Experience with OneSource income tax compliance and income tax provision software would be a significant asset.
• Experience with OneSource income tax compliance and income tax provision software would be a significant asset.

Other important facts about this job

As an EPCOR employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits such as a competitive salary an incentive award program an excellent benefit package including medical dental vision and other insurance coverage retirement plan with substantial company contribution generous

time-off schedules training opportunities tuition reimbursement and certification support. Weve been voted as a Best Places to Work employer and we value the safety of each of our team members through our robust safety training and celebration of safety milestones.

Headquartered in Glendale EPCOR USA owns operates and builds water wastewater and natural gas infrastructure and is among the largest private water utilities in the Southwest. EPCOR USA is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of EPCOR Utilities Inc. We invest in and look after our communities and the environment. Were proud of the work we do and the people we hire to do it.

EPCOR USA INC is an equal opportunity employer. Were committed to fostering a respectful supportive and inclusive workplace that recognizes and values the unique perspectives experiences and backgrounds of all individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy age national origin disability status genetic information protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the United States. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal identity educational and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.