Job Description

What you'll do

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Vice President to lead our Income Tax Team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in tax regulations, compliance, and strategic tax planning. This role requires a seasoned professional with at least 10 years of experience in income tax management, preferably within a large organization or public accounting firm.

Lead the Income Tax Team and assist in providing strategic direction and oversight. Develop and implement comprehensive tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position. Collaborate with senior leadership to align tax strategies with overall business goals. Lead and manage special tax projects to drive tax savings and efficiencies. Assist with strategic transactions including acquisitions and divestitures. Manage all tax projects including M&A due diligence, tax impacts of new products and services, geographical expansion. Respond to tax-related inquiries and provide technical tax guidance to internal stakeholders as needed. Manage any tax audits, notices and enquiries received from tax authorities. Identify and mitigate potential tax risks through effective internal controls and risk management practices. Monitor legislative changes in tax laws that may impact tax positions, including tax accounting implications. Provides oversight of income tax compliance and tax reporting including all related analysis and support. Provide detailed analysis and reporting on tax-related matters to executive management. Assist with enhancing internal controls related to tax matters are in place and operating correctly, identify any gaps in internal controls and ensure remediation and formalization of tax policies and procedure. Leverage AI/Automation to optimize the operations of the Tax function. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team. Mentor and coach team members.

What You Bring

A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in income tax management. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred. Experience in a large corporation or public accounting firm is highly desirable. Deep understanding of income tax laws and regulations. Proficiency in tax research tools and software applications (e.g., OneSource, CorpTax). Strong knowledge of IFRS as it relates to income taxes. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions. Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a high-performing team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization. A collaborative team player, able to partner with internal and external contacts at all levels to drive efficiency and improvements in the income tax function. Ability to think strategically and align tax initiatives with broader business objectives. Strong business acumen with an understanding of how tax decisions impact overall financial performance.

About Us

Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited ("CTC") is one of Canada's most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.

Accommodations

We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.