Responsible for administering the organization’s tax compliance of global indirect taxes (goods and services taxes, provincial sales taxes (PST and HST), value added taxes or other multistage taxes, surtaxes, levies, assessments, etc.) related to revenues derived from electronic commerce, including preparation and filing of tax returns to comply with applicable local rules.

Responsible for managing and coordinating with the organization’s outside tax preparers and tax consultants on tax compliance related to income tax filings. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, being the key contact for our tax preparers in the supply of data and information needed for the preparation of income tax returns. The position also will be responsible for monitoring and handling the payment of installment taxes (other than U.S. federal and state income and franchise taxes) for remittance to tax authorities.

Coordinate and manage the collection and recordkeeping of withholding tax certificates in compliance with Company policies by working with local operations around the world.

Consult and liaise with Corporate Tax and business operations on tax considerations associated with emerging business initiatives, including impact on tax reporting and filing obligations to comply with local requirements, and interface with Corporate Tax to ensure position taken is consistent with the Company’s overall policy.

Liaise with Corporate Tax and Legal to ensure the organization’s intercompany transactions are implemented and maintained in accordance with Company policies and transfer pricing guidelines prescribed by external advisors.

Track and maintain schedules that show management of tax compliance processes.

Exhibit hands on skills and possess the ability and willingness to “roll up sleeves” and multi-task on compliance-related matters in a timely manner with little outside supervision.

Indirect Tax Compliance and Administration.

Income Tax Compliance and Administration.

Record keeping and compliance tracking.

Liaise with Corporate Tax and Legal on a wide range of issues.

B.S. in Accounting or Finance.

Minimum 3+ years of experience working in a Tax environment (particularly with reference to indirect tax compliance and reporting) with a national accounting firm and/or global corporation/business division.

Familiarity and experience with indirect tax compliance for multi-national company.

Demonstrated knowledge of indirect tax rules and regulations.

Able to work effectively in a dual reporting structure and a highly matrixed organization.

Strong analytical skills.

Attention to detail.

Strong operational accounting experience required.

CPA or equivalent accounting designation strongly desired.

Strong working knowledge of Canadian tax laws.

Fluent in English.

Proven management skills.

Proven presentation skills.

Excellent leadership and project management skills within a collaborative environment.

Proven ability to multi-task on multiple issues within tight deadlines.

Strong Excel skills.

Solid analytical skills to interpret and apply indirect tax laws and principles.

Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with subordinate, peer and Senior Management.

Excellent organizational skills.

Detail oriented.

Able to adapt, evolve and grow with the business.

Ability to develop and implement structured solutions for unstructured problems.

Desire and willingness to proactively maintain and expand technical tax knowledge base.

Competitive wage and benefits based on experience and qualifications.

Must be able to work in Kelowna, BC, Canada

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Only those qualified candidates selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.