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. We’re looking for a Manager, Taxation to join our Accounting & Finance team in Calgary, Alberta.

Reporting to the Director, Taxation, you’ll own a significant portion of ATCO’s overall tax function from keeping us compliant and audit-ready to driving thoughtful tax planning that helps manage our total tax position. You’ll 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. You’ll also be a hands-on leader within a team of more than a dozen dedicated tax professionals.

You’ll 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, we’d love to hear from you.

What You Get to Do:

•    Manage the tax functions of a number of ATCO's 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 group’s compliance under the new Pillar Two and interest deductibility (EIFEL) regimes and the ATCO’s group’s 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 Group’s 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 organization’s 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:

•    Bachelor’s 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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