Assistant Vice President, Taxation

Our client in Downtown Toronto, ON, a leader in their field, is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President, International Taxation, to join their corporate tax team. This is a high-impact role focused on complex international tax planning, cross-border structuring, foreign affiliate oversight, and global capital efficiency initiatives. Permanent Opportunity.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $200,000-$210,000 CAD + annual bonus
• Please note, this role will be Hybrid at the client’s downtown Toronto, ON office, 3 days in-office (Tue–Thu).
• 3 to 4 times a year, travel to the US.
• Permanent, full-time position + Benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead international tax projects, including structuring complex cross-border transactions such as acquisitions, financings, and corporate reorganizations.
• Develop and execute detailed tax structuring plans, identifying and resolving Canadian and international tax considerations.
• Provide strategic oversight and coordination across global tax, finance, treasury, and legal teams in multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor and interpret Canadian and international tax legislation, OECD Pillar Two developments, and tax authority guidance, applying insights to complex scenarios.
• Oversee Canadian tax compliance related to foreign affiliates, including review and management of relevant filings.
• Manage foreign affiliate tax analysis, including surplus calculations, adjusted cost base, and excluded property.
• Lead and manage tax authority audits.
• Act as a senior advisor and mentor, supporting the development of team members and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of tax experience with a strong Canadian international tax focus.
• Experience within financial services or a highly regulated environment is an asset.
• University degree in accounting or taxation and/or professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).
• Completion of CPA In-Depth Tax Program (Parts I–III) or a Master of Taxation.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional tax projects with a strategic mindset.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex tax matters clearly to senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

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