Tax Planning & Advisory Manager

Job summary

This senior role involves advising on income tax planning and strategic tax matters, utilizing in-depth Canadian tax law knowledge to guide tax-efficient business decisions. Key accountabilities include leading and mentoring a team, monitoring legislative changes, and providing tax advice on significant corporate strategies and projects.

Job details

The Opportunity: At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada’s energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right. Make your mark while you grow your career! The “Tax Planning & Advisory Manager” role requires a strategic thinker with strong communication skills and a broad base of tax knowledge and experience. This senior position offers significant exposure to executive management. In this role, you will advise on income tax planning and strategic tax matters, applying your in-depth knowledge of Canadian tax law to support tax-efficient business decisions in compliance with government regulations. Reporting to the Tax Director, you will be an integral member of the corporate tax team and will directly influence business direction and long-term value creation. Job location: Calgary, Alberta Work schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts Safety sensitive: No Application deadline: October 30, 2026 Key Accountabilities: Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals within the Tax Planning and Advisory team, fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture Actively monitor tax legislative changes, assess their impact on the company, and proactively develop and implement tax strategies across the organization Lead significant corporate tax planning initiatives and provide related tax advice, including preparing formal memorandums and conducting complex research and analysis of tax considerations Participate in the planning and implementation of strategic initiatives such as internal reorganizations, economic modeling, M&A activities, and other complex tax matters Provide tax advice on transactions in the context of commercial requirements and limitations. Identify business improvement opportunities and help ensure transactions are structured appropriately Promote cross-functional collaboration by liaising with functions and departments across the organization Participate in industry-led tax advocacy initiatives Provide leadership and oversight for the international tax function Assist, as needed, with income tax compliance, audits, and appeals What You Bring to the Role: A minimum of 15 years of corporate tax or other relevant professional experience. Previous leadership experience is preferred A Chartered Professional Accountant designation (CPA) or a Bachelor of Laws degree, combined with significant tax planning experience Completion of the CPA In-Depth Tax Program Strong technical knowledge of Canadian income tax law, together with demonstrated tax planning and research capabilities Working knowledge of U.S. and international tax law is considered an asset but not required. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills relating to income tax reporting and financial accounting A high level of proficiency with computer and accounting systems Strong leadership and communication skills, sound judgement, attention to detail, resourcefulness, and strategic thinking The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment What We Offer: Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Health & Wellness Spending Account Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community Employee & Family Assistance Program Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer! We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity. Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d. Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way. Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package. Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity. Check out some of our Employee Testimonials! All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions. While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

What you’ll do

This senior role involves advising on income tax planning and strategic tax matters, utilizing in-depth Canadian tax law knowledge to guide tax-efficient business decisions. Key accountabilities include leading and mentoring a team, monitoring legislative changes, and providing tax advice on significant corporate strategies and projects.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a minimum of 15 years of experience in a corporate tax role, preferably with leadership experience, and hold a CPA designation or a Bachelor of Laws with tax planning experience, including completion of the CPA In-Depth tax course. Strong technical skills in Canadian income tax law, coupled with excellent analytical and communication abilities, are essential.

Benefits

• Stock Options
• Company Matched Stock Savings Plan
• Annual Bonuses
• Extended Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to Online Learning Platforms
• Paid Vacation
• Time Off During Christmas Week
• Summer Fridays

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Tax Planning
• Advisory
• Strategic Thinking
• Communication Skills
• Canadian Tax Law
• Tax Strategy
• Corporate Tax
• Economic Modeling
• M&A Activities
• International Tax
• Tax Advocacy
• Income Tax Compliance
• Research Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Team Leadership

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Management & Leadership
• Energy

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