Senior Manager, Canadian Tax

Job summary

Lead all aspects of Canadian tax compliance, reporting, and planning while managing controversies with the CRA. Partner with Finance, Legal, and Treasury teams to optimize the company's tax position and support business growth.

Job details

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Canadian Tax to lead all aspects of Canadian tax compliance, reporting, planning, and controversy management. This role will report directly to the V.P. of Tax and Treasury for the Americas and partnering closely with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and business leaders to ensure compliance with Canadian tax laws while identifying opportunities to optimize the company's tax position and support business growth. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep technical expertise in Canadian corporate taxation, strong business acumen, and a proven ability to manage complex tax matters in a dynamic environment. What You Will Be Doing Tax Compliance & Reporting Lead the preparation, review, and filing of Canadian federal and provincial corporate income tax returns. Oversee tax accounting and reporting under IFRS and/or US GAAP, including quarterly and annual tax provisions. Ensure timely and accurate compliance with tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements. Manage tax balances, deferred taxes, tax disclosures, and supporting documentation. Tax Planning & Advisory Provide tax guidance on business initiatives, acquisitions, restructurings, and cross-border transactions. Identify and implement tax-efficient strategies while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise stakeholders on potential impacts. Support transfer pricing policies and documentation requirements. Indirect Taxes Oversee GST/HST, provincial sales tax, customs, and other indirect tax obligations. Manage indirect tax audits, assessments, and refund opportunities. Collaborate with business teams to improve indirect tax compliance processes. Tax Controversy & Audit Management Lead interactions with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and provincial tax authorities. Manage tax audits, inquiries, objections, and appeals. Coordinate with external advisors and legal counsel as needed. Leadership & Business Partnership Build strong relationships across Finance, Legal, Treasury, HR, and operational teams. Manage relationships with external tax advisors and service providers. Drive continuous process improvement and tax technology initiatives. Required Qualifications What we are looking for Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, or related field. CPA designation. 8+ years of progressive Canadian tax experience in public accounting, industry, or a combination of both. Strong knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax, tax accounting, and indirect taxes. Experience managing tax audits and controversies with the CRA. Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills. Preferred CPA In-Depth Tax Program or equivalent advanced tax specialization. Experience with multinational organizations and cross-border tax matters. Knowledge of transfer pricing principles and international tax regulations. Experience with SAP, OneSource, CorpTax, or similar tax technologies. Key Competencies Strategic thinking Technical tax expertise Leadership and people development Business partnership and influence Strong organizational skills Problem-solving and decision-making Attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment What We Offer We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. We are proud to offer: Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility. Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k. Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge. Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more! We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today! ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

What you’ll do

Lead all aspects of Canadian tax compliance, reporting, and planning while managing controversies with the CRA. Partner with Finance, Legal, and Treasury teams to optimize the company's tax position and support business growth.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Tax and a CPA designation with over 8 years of progressive Canadian tax experience. Deep expertise in corporate income tax, indirect taxes, and managing tax audits is essential.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities • Healthcare options • Tuition reimbursement • 401k matching • Paid time off • Employee pricing • Discount programs

Listed skills

• Leadership · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Canadian Corporate Taxation
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Accounting
• IFRS
• US GAAP
• Indirect Taxes
• GST/HST
• Tax Planning
• Tax Controversy Management
• Transfer Pricing
• CRA Audit Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Project Management
• Business Partnership
• Analytical Skills
• Leadership

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Legal