Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology

Tax Manager

Clio - Cloud-Based Legal Technology

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Vancouver • 🇨🇦 Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$124,800 - CA$187,200 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Manage Clio’s Canadian domestic and international tax compliance.
  • Review and/or prepare corporate income tax and information returns and related calculations, ensuring accurate and timely compliance and filing in accordance with local tax regulations.
  • Participate in the preparation and/or review of the consolidated income tax provision and financial statement tax notes in accordance with US GAAP, providing transparent and compliant tax disclosures.
  • Support Clio’s global indirect tax compliance and recovery initiatives.
  • Review indirect tax returns, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and regulations and identify opportunities to recover overpaid taxes and implementing effective processes to capture indirect tax refunds.
  • Manage the reconciliation of general ledger accounts and preparing and/or reviewing journal entries related to taxes, ensuring accurate recording of tax transactions.
  • Serve as a main point of contact for external tax advisors, government auditors, and financial auditors regarding taxation matters.
  • Coordinate and respond to inquiries, manage tax audits, and facilitate a smooth relationship with external stakeholders.
  • Provide tax advice to the business on the tax implications of strategic and operational decisions, assisting with the evaluation of potential tax risks and opportunities.
  • Manage the company's Scientific Research & Development (R&D) tax credit application processes, collaborating with external advisors and internal engineering teams to maximize R&D tax incentives.
  • Participate in the design and maintenance of Clio’s global transfer pricing regime.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations and guidelines, including documentation and pricing analysis.
  • Prepare documentation, memos, and support materials to substantiate Clio’s tax positions and amounts filed, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
  • Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax laws, regulations, and rulings that may impact the company's tax positions and compliance requirements.
  • Participate in the evaluation and implementation of tax planning strategies to optimize the company's overall tax position, including identifying tax planning opportunities and monitoring tax legislation changes.
  • Participate in the design and maintenance of internal controls over the income and indirect tax processes, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Participate in process improvement and change management projects, utilizing your expertise in taxation requirements.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement efficient tax processes, facilitate effective communication, and provide training on tax compliance procedures.
  • Support accounting and financial reporting initiatives and other duties as required.
  • Participate in the mentorship and training of team members.

Requirements

  • Canadian CPA designation.
  • 6+ years related accounting and tax experience with at least 1 year in a corporate tax manager role.
  • Corporate tax experience at a multi-national company or Big 4 Tax experience with public company focus is an asset.
  • Completion of Year 2 of CPA Canada’s In-depth Tax Program or completion of or enrolment in a Canadian Master of Tax program.
  • Understanding of and demonstrated experience with Canadian international tax legislation and related calculations and application.
  • Experience preparing tax provisions and tax notes.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing Canadian corporate income tax returns.
  • Experience preparing and/or reviewing journal entries.
  • Experience mentoring and reviewing work of junior team members.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and industry trends in Canada with a focus on corporate income tax and indirect tax.
  • Ability to adapt to changing tax laws and regulations and apply them effectively within the organization.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and superior attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Familiarity with internal control frameworks and the ability to contribute to their design and maintenance.
Benefits
  • Competitive, equitable salary with top-tier health benefits, dental, and vision insurance
  • Hybrid work environment, with expectation for local Clions (Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Dublin and Sydney) to be in office min. twice per week.
  • Flexible time off policy, with an encouraged 20 days off per year.
  • $2000 annual counseling benefit
  • RRSP matching and RESP contribution
  • Clioversary recognition program with special acknowledgement at 3, 5, 7, and 10 years

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
tax compliancecorporate income tax returnstax provisionsjournal entriestax researchtransfer pricingR&D tax credittax planning strategiesfinancial statement tax notesindirect tax compliance
Soft skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsattention to detailcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationmentorshipadaptabilitytime managementprocess improvement
Certifications
Canadian CPA designationCPA Canada’s In-depth Tax ProgramCanadian Master of Tax program