Toronto
107 days ago
Director, Global Tax
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Director, Global TaxAchievers is looking for an experienced Director, Global Tax to lead and build out our internal tax function in a fast paced, and high growth environment. The ideal candidate will have wide breadth of tax knowledge, across both income taxation and indirect taxation, domestic and international. The role requires a tax professional and leader who is experienced in both the day-to-day tax department operations as well as extensive work in tax planning and project management in a global environment. 
This position will report directly to our Chief Financial Officer. What you'll do:Manage U.S. federal, U.S. state, and Canadian income tax compliance, ensuring timely and accurate filings. Oversee international income tax compliance. Delivery of complete and accurate quarterly ASC 740 income tax accounting results in a controlled, effective, and efficient manner. Oversee all indirect tax compliance, maintain worldwide documentation of indirect tax procedures, and actively manage tax software functionality for all indirect reporting requirements. Assist in reviewing transfer-pricing activities and developing supportable methodologies and documentation on various cross-border transactions. Provide tax advisory support on international income and transactional taxes to cross functional teams. Manage and assess potential SRED and other R&D or tax credit eligibility Manage all tax examinations by external auditors and resolve the tax issues in the most cost-effective manner. Liaise with domestic & overseas accountants, auditors, tax authorities, and outside advisors. Manage other tax regulatory tax filings. Monitor legislative changes in U.S. and Canada, and key international jurisdictions that may impact the Company and work with third-party advisors to address any consequences of such changes.  Complete other tasks as assigned, which may include performing multi-jurisdictional tax research, preparing tax memoranda, analyzing business cases and M&A opportunities. Be involved with industry groups to keep abreast of tax developments and concerns.  Maintain effective working relationships with other departments, business units, and external advisors. What we're looking for:Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Tax and/or Finance. Professional Accounting Designation (CPA/CA) and/or MST strongly preferred. More than eight years of tax planning, consulting, compliance, and international tax experience for multi-national corporations, including prior public accounting (Big 4 experience preferred). Experience in ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes, including but not limited to annual income tax provision accounting and interim income tax provision accounting. Knowledge of accounting theory and financial statement presentation. In-depth knowledge of U.S. tax laws/regulations, inclusive of international tax provisions of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (GILTI, BEAT, FDII, and FTC). Experience in accounting and filing for VAT/HST and other taxes across multiple, global regimes. Familiar with operations of international tax treaty networks and withholding tax. Sound business and finance knowledge and judgment. Strong oral & written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills in order to effectively interact with the Executives, all levels of management, peers, external auditors, consultants and to participate in operational teams to develop strategies. Excellent organizational ability, able to handle multiple projects with a high level of accuracy and meet critical deadlines. Why you’ll love working at Achievers: We are passionate about disruptive technology that’s rooted in science, research and data.We understand the value of employee success in the workplace and have been in numerous publications for our contributions to HR, for technical excellence, and for our outstanding workplace culture! We foster an environment of connection, security, and community. You’ll feel at home, without reservation. We believe in moving quickly, failing fast, and adapting to change. We enjoy coming to work every day because we believe in our product and love our culture.We’re committed to achieving excellence in everything we do. 
Benefits & Perks for permanent full time employees:·      Competitive Pay
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