Job Description

Kraken Robotics | Transforming Subsea Intelligence

NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Build your career with Kraken Robotics. Make a difference to others. If innovation drives you, and you want a career that makes a difference to the world, helping humanity overcome the challenges in our oceans - safely, efficiently, and sustainably -

then come join us at Kraken Robotics.

Kraken Robotics

is currently recruiting for a

Senior Tax Analyst

to join our

Canada/Remote

team.


Full-Time - Permanent | Job Reference: KRSI-2025-54



The Senior Tax Analyst plays a key role in managing Kraken Robotics' tax compliance, reporting, and planning activities across multiple jurisdictions. This position supports both Canadian and international tax functions -- including income tax provisions under IFRS, indirect taxes (GST/HST, VAT, state sales/use), transfer pricing, and R&D tax incentives. The successful candidate will work closely with finance leadership and external advisors to ensure compliance, optimize tax efficiency, and support the company's continued global growth.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Tax Compliance and Reporting

Prepare and coordinate corporate income tax filings for Canadian and foreign subsidiaries (U.S., U.K., Brazil). Assist in preparing quarterly and annual IFRS tax provisions, including current/deferred tax calculations and related note disclosures. Maintain supporting schedules for temporary differences, loss carry forwards, SR&ED credits, and other tax attributes. Coordinate with external advisors for local filings and ensure timely submissions in all jurisdictions.

Indirect Tax

Review and file monthly/quarterly GST/HST returns, and coordinate U.S. sales tax and international VAT compliance. Support internal controls and reconciliations related to indirect tax accounts. Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on Kraken's operations.

Tax Planning and Research

Support implementation of efficient cross-border tax structures, transfer pricing documentation, and intercompany transactions. Conduct technical research and prepare memos on emerging tax issues (e.g., SR&ED, digital services taxes, BEPS Pillar Two). Participate in special projects such as acquisitions, ERP implementations, and financing arrangements to assess tax implications.

R&D and Incentives

Collaborate with engineering and finance teams to identify and substantiate eligible SR&ED and other innovation-related tax credits. Assist in preparing technical summaries and supporting documentation for claims.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

8-12+ years of progressive experience in public company financial reporting, consolidation, and systems management. Strong IFRS technical knowledge, with proven experience preparing financial statements for a TSX-listed or other public company. Experience with IFRS income tax accounting and multi-jurisdictional filings (Canada/U.S./U.K. preferred). Exposure to SR&ED, transfer pricing, and/or international tax planning considered an asset.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) is required In-Depth Tax course considered an asset Experience with multi-currency and multi-company consolidations is desired

ADDITIONAL NOTES

* In the position the incumbent could be expected to travel to other entities within Kraken.