Tax Specialist

High Tide Inc.

Tax Specialist role at High Tide Inc., focusing on compliance and strategic tax guidance in Canada. Handling corporate income tax, indirect tax, and international filings.

Posted 6/5/2026contractCalgary • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to the Tax Manager, the Tax Specialist is responsible for ensuring the Company's continued compliance with tax legislation along with providing strategic tax guidance for the Company's business operations
Prepare and file federal, state, and local income tax returns and other compliance documents
Prepare legal entity and consolidated income tax provision
Prepare multi jurisdiction indirect tax returns E.g. GST/PST/VAT/ USA sales tax
Prepare foreign affiliate information returns E.g. T106, T1134, T1135
Assist in gathering data and responding to inquiries during tax audits and examinations
Provide support for tax accounting and the necessary tax GL reconciliation
Maintain transfer pricing documentation for intercompany transactions
Research tax laws, regulations, and legislation to determine impact on company operations
Participate in tax due diligence relating to merger and acquisition opportunities
Ensure adherence to SOX requirements, finance processes and controls while emphasizing continuous process improvements
Support the development of tax strategies to minimize liabilities and ensure compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in accounting, finance, or related fields
CPA Designation
Completion (or enrollment) of the CPA In-Depth tax course would be an asset
At least 3 years of work experience in corporate tax compliance
Strong knowledge of Canadian Tax legislation and reporting
Exposure to USA Tax legislation and using Avalara would be an asset
Well organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective organizational and time management skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Office Suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
CPA exam support
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

tax complianceincome tax returnsindirect tax returnstax provisiontransfer pricing documentationtax GL reconciliationtax auditstax researchtax strategiesmerger and acquisition tax due diligence

Soft Skills

organizational skillstime managementcommunication skillsability to manage multiple prioritiesattention to detail

Certifications

CPA DesignationCPA In-Depth tax course