Tax Advisor, Corporate Tax - Calgary, Canada - TransAlta

TransAlta

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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WHO WE ARE
"Energizing the Future."

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity.

For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live.

We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment.

Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self.

TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community.

TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently looking for a Tax Advisor to join our dynamic Corporate Tax team.

Reporting to the Director, Corporate Tax, as the Tax Advisor you will be primarily responsible for managing the accounting for income taxes, review and preparation of income tax provisions and tax returns.

The role will have regular interaction with accounting, legal, finance and treasury team members.

This is a full-time salaried position located at our new office in Downtown Calgary with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Manage the process, review and preparation of the Canadian tax provisions and analysis for external financial statement purposes; this includes the worldwide effective tax rate, deferred taxes, uncertain tax provisions, valuation allowances and financial statement tax note disclosure
Maintain SOX controls documentation and processes
Preparation and review of the Canadian corporate income tax returns and other related filings
Preparation and review of the Canadian tax filings and compliance requirements for the company's foreign investments
Assist with tax audits by Federal and Provincial income tax authorities and resolving any audit related issues, including preparing and maintaining supporting documentation for government audits
Work with the tax planning team to ensure proper purchase accounting and compliance reporting of M&A transactions
Understand and minimize the tax exposure resulting from the foreign affiliate structure and cross border transactions
Research issues and provide tax advice for business transactions and M&A activities
Assist with the review of the Canadian indirect tax returns
Assist in developing and implementing process improvements
Assist with various other tax related matters and special projects as required
Provide mentoring and leadership for optimal performance of junior team members in producing agreed deliverables in a timely manner

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

Business/Accounting degree or equivalent
CPA designation and completion of CPA Canada indepth tax course
Minimum 7 years of experience in Canadian corporate tax, and US tax experience is preferred
Understanding of SOX controls
Proficient understanding of Canadian Corporate Income Tax, including Canada's foreign tax regime
Exceptional understanding of accounting for income tax under IFRS
Strong knowledge of Excel, SAP, TaxPrep, CanTax FormMaster
Selfmotivated with strong interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Strong organization skills to manage multiple priorities
Skilled in collecting and analyzing complex data and drawing logical conclusions
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability
Excellent teamwork and team building skills
Must be resultsoriented and demonstrate a cando attitude adaptability, flexibility, and resourcefulness
Collaborative problem solver who takes ownership of issues and drives to resolution
Ability to function in a fastpaced environment while working independently and meeting various deadlines

We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and a rewards program. To learn more about how we can _energize your future,_ check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.