Senior Tax Compliance Advisor

Job summary

The Senior Tax Compliance Advisor provides expert leadership in taxation, regulatory reporting, and financial planning to support domestic and international operations. They are responsible for assessing tax implications, ensuring legislative compliance, and serving as the primary liaison with tax authorities.

Job details

Senior Tax Compliance Advisor CCC-6 Salary: $117,198-$134,487 Please see full description & French translation in the attachment below We are committed to delivering Canada to the world, and we want you to join us on this mission The Canadian Commercial Corporation [https://www.ccc.ca/en/about/history/] is Canada’s only government to government contracting agency. For over 75 years, governments around the world have entrusted us to reliably deliver made-in Canada solutions and projects of national importance. Through our international contracting expertise, we simplify and expedite acquisitions from Canadian suppliers across sectors including aerospace, defence and security, information and communications technology, cleantech and energy, and public infrastructure. If you want to support Canadian businesses to build successful commercial relationships with governments around the world, CCC could be your next career move. The Senior Tax Compliance Advisor is responsible for providing expert leadership and oversight in the areas of taxation, regulatory reporting, and financial planning to support CCC’s domestic and international operations. The position leads the assessment of direct and indirect tax implications arising from business activities and pursuits, ensures compliance with applicable tax legislation and reporting obligations, and serves as the primary point of contact with tax authorities and external advisors on complex tax matters. What you’ll be doing * Assess domestic and international tax implications of CCC’s business activities and pursuits, including evaluating permanent establishment risks and indirect tax obligations in various jurisdictions. * Engage with external tax advisors and consultants to analyze CCC’s service offerings and operational activities and provide recommendations to ensure compliance with applicable tax legislation. * Support the organization’s indirect tax compliance framework, including assessing the applicability of Canadian GST/HST, provincial sales taxes, and excise taxes to supplies facilitated and services provided by CCC. * Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and evaluate potential impacts on business activities and reporting requirements. * Review and oversee the preparation of tax filings, including GST/HST returns and other recurring tax filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely submission. * Maintain supporting documentation and assist in the enhancement of tax processes and internal controls. * Serve as the primary liaison with the Canada Revenue Agency and other tax authorities on tax-related matters, including responding to inquiries, managing audits, coordinating information requests, and engaging external advisors as required to support the resolution of tax matters. * Lead and support ad hoc financial and business analyses to inform support strategic decision-making and assess organizational performance. What you’ll bring to CCC * Completion of an undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, business or commerce * Chartered Professional Accountant designation * Completion of, or progress toward, a specialized tax designation (e.g., CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Course, Master of Taxation, or equivalent) would be considered a strong asset. * Minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting services and/or business services * Experience interpreting and applying Canadian tax legislation, including GST/HST and other indirect taxes. * Experience assessing tax implications of business transactions and operational activities, including coordination with external tax advisors on complex tax matters. * Experience liaising with the Canada Revenue Agency and/or other regulatory bodies, including supporting audits, inspections, and information requests. * Knowledge of international taxation concepts, including cross-border transactions and permanent establishment considerations, would be considered an asset. * English Essential, Bilingualism in both official languages strongly recommended What we will offer you * Competitive & transparent compensation package * Comprehensive benefit program * Defined-benefit pension plan * Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) * In-house learning and development opportunities * Health and Wellness Allowances * Career Growth Opportunities * Free onsite fitness center Check out Life at CCC [https://www.ccc.ca/en/careers/life-at-ccc/] for more! Employee must be able to work in a hybrid work environment in Ottawa, ON. CCC promotes a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. CCC is also committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. Please advise us of any accommodation requirements during the selection process.

What you’ll do

The Senior Tax Compliance Advisor provides expert leadership in taxation, regulatory reporting, and financial planning to support domestic and international operations. They are responsible for assessing tax implications, ensuring legislative compliance, and serving as the primary liaison with tax authorities.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in finance, accounting, business, or commerce and possess a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. A minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting or business services with expertise in Canadian tax legislation is required.

Benefits

• Competitive & transparent compensation package • Comprehensive benefit program • Defined-benefit pension plan • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) • In-house learning and development opportunities • Health and Wellness Allowances • Career Growth Opportunities • Free onsite fitness center

Listed skills

• Financial planning · Preferred
• Business analysis · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Tax compliance
• Financial planning
• Regulatory reporting
• Direct tax assessment
• Indirect tax assessment
• GST/HST compliance
• Provincial sales tax
• Excise tax
• Audit management
• Risk evaluation
• Strategic decision-making
• Financial analysis
• Business analysis
• International taxation
• Cross-border transactions
• Permanent establishment
• Employment Equity
• Tax Compliance
• Strategic Decision Making
• Service Offerings
• Accounting
• Mergers And Acquisitions
• Auditing
• Internal Controls
• Information And Communications Technology
• English Language
• Finance
• Financial Planning
• French Language
• Sales Tax
• Leadership
• Indirect Tax
• International Taxation
• Legislation
• Operations
• Organizational Performance
• Permanent Establishment
• Tax Preparation
• Coordinating
• Regulatory Developments

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Tax Compliance Analyst
• Tax Specialist
• Accountants
• Tax Preparers