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Senior Tax Advisor

Transalta

The Role

Overview

Senior tax advisor handling Canadian corporate tax, compliance, audits, and advisory.

Key Responsibilities

  • tax filings
  • sox controls
  • m&a accounting
  • tax research
  • tax audits
  • indirect tax

Tasks

-Assist with the Canadian tax filings and compliance requirements for the company’s foreign investments. -Maintain SOX controls and documentation, safeguarding compliance and governance standards. -Review and preparation of Canadian tax provisions and analysis for external financial statement purposes. -Partner with the tax planning team to ensure accurate purchase accounting and compliance reporting for M&A transactions. -Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering growth and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables. -Drive process improvements, enhancing efficiency and accuracy across tax operations. -Contribute to special projects and complex tax matters, providing expertise and innovative solutions. -Conduct in-depth research on Canadian tax matters and develop clear, well-reasoned technical memos addressing complex issues. -Lead responses to Federal and Provincial tax audits, resolving issues and maintaining robust supporting documentation. -Review Canadian indirect tax returns and support indirect tax compliance processes. -Review and preparation of the Canadian corporate and partnership income tax returns and other related filings.

Requirements

  • sap
  • canadian tax
  • cpa
  • ifrs
  • sox
  • 7+ years

What You Bring

-Experience with SAP/S4 Hana is an asset -Strong attention to detail and accuracy. -Proficient understanding of Canadian Corporate Income Tax, including Canada’s foreign tax regime, Pillar 2 and EIFEL -Minimum 7 years of experience in Canadian corporate tax -Business/Accounting degree or equivalent -Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills -High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability -Skilled in collecting and analyzing complex data and drawing logical conclusions -Excellent teamwork and team building skills -Ability to function in a fast-paced environment while working independently and meeting various deadlines -US tax experience is an asset -CPA designation and completion of CPA Canada in-depth tax course -Understanding of SOX controls and reporting -Excellent communication skills both written and verbal -Collaborative problem solver who takes ownership of issues and drives to resolution -Strong understanding of accounting for income tax under IFRS

Benefits

-Competitive salary -Annual wellness allowance -Company-matching pension plan -Annual and long-term incentives available for select roles -Employee recognition and rewards -Learning and development programs -Flexible health benefits for you and your family -Generous vacation and personal days

The Company

About Transalta

-TransAlta’s energy portfolio spans coal, natural gas, wind, hydro, and solar, ensuring a diverse energy mix. -The company operates across Canada, the United States, and Australia, contributing to the North American energy grid. -Notable projects include large-scale wind farms and gas plants, significantly contributing to renewable energy production. -TransAlta has been at the forefront of transforming traditional energy generation towards more sustainable sources. -With decades of experience, the company’s expertise covers plant operations, energy trading, and asset management. -It has invested heavily in renewables, positioning itself as a significant player in the global transition to green energy. -TransAlta’s financial strategy focuses on long-term sustainability, targeting innovation in energy technology and infrastructure. -In addition to traditional power, the company continues to explore new avenues in clean energy generation and storage. -Their innovation in energy storage solutions supports grid stability, particularly in renewable-heavy regions.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Industrial

Utilities

Water

Wind

Solar

Infrastructure

Security Clearance

-candidate may need to complete background checks including criminal record, education and employment verification, or credit checks. -safety-sensitive positions will require pre‑employment testing.