Senior Tax Advisor (Calgary, AB, CA)

TransAlta
Calgary
Workplace: HybridFull timeFunction: Finance & AccountingExperience: 8+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Communication","Relationship management","Research","Analytical thinking","Attention to detail","Accountability","Stakeholder management"]

Own Canadian corporate tax deliverables for a multinational business, including income tax provisions and returns, and income tax compliance. Drive international tax obligations such as foreign affiliate reporting, cross-border information returns, and Pillar Two (GloBE) compliance, while supporting foreign affiliate regime analysis and financing matters. Lead responses to Federal international tax audits, prepare technical memos, advise stakeholders on cross-border transactions, and mentor junior team members to improve accuracy and efficiency.

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TransAlta
TransAlta
12 hours ago

Senior Tax Advisor (Calgary, AB, CA)

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Job Summary

Own Canadian corporate tax deliverables for a multinational business, including income tax provisions and returns, and income tax compliance. Drive international tax obligations such as foreign affiliate reporting, cross-border information returns, and Pillar Two (GloBE) compliance, while supporting foreign affiliate regime analysis and financing matters. Lead responses to Federal international tax audits, prepare technical memos, advise stakeholders on cross-border transactions, and mentor junior team members to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Location: Calgary
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Manage Canadian international tax compliance, including foreign affiliate reporting, cross-border information returns, Pillar Two (GloBE) compliance, and related processes.
  • •Analyze and support Canada’s foreign affiliate regime (surplus calculations, FAPI, and cross-border financing matters).
  • •Lead responses to Federal international tax audits and maintain supporting documentation.
  • •Advise internal stakeholders on tax implications of cross-border transactions, financing arrangements, reorganizations, and strategic initiatives.
  • •Review Canadian tax provisions and corporate/partnership income tax returns, conduct technical research, and mentor junior team members.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:PensionHealth InsurancePaid LeaveLearning BudgetWellness Stipend

Key Requirements

  • •Minimum 8 years of experience in Canadian corporate tax, including international tax compliance and advisory work.
  • •Strong technical knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax, including foreign affiliate reporting, Pillar Two (GloBE), and EIFEL.
  • •CPA designation and completion of the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program.
  • •University degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • •Proven ability to research complex tax issues, prepare technical memos, and communicate recommendations to diverse stakeholders.
Experience:8+ yearsInternational tax complianceCorporate taxCross-border taxation
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:LeadershipCommunicationRelationship managementResearchAnalytical thinkingAttention to detailAccountabilityStakeholder management
Certifications:CPACPA Canada In-Depth Tax Program
Tech Stack:Pillar Two (GloBE)Foreign affiliate reportingEIFELIFRSSAP S/4HANASOX

Company Brief

TransAlta
Owns and operates a diversified fleet of power generation assets, including wind, hydro, gas, and thermal facilities. Supplies electricity and energy solutions to utilities, businesses, and communities across North America and Australia.
Industry: Utilities
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Calgary, Canada
Founded: 1909
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