Senior Tax Accountant

Job title: Senior Tax Accountant

Company: North American Construction Group

Job description: Position Scope:As a Senior Tax Accountant at North American Construction Group, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing the annual tax compliance program across our diverse range of entities. Reporting directly to the Tax Manager, you’ll primarily focus on overseeing the Canadian tax program while providing valuable support for US and Australian compliance matters. This dynamic role offers opportunities for professional growth, allowing you to expand your expertise in Canadian, US and Australian tax regulations.Here at NACG we want to be a part of the next step in your employment journey and push your future forward. Our people are what make North American Construction Group an industry leader, its our people that keep the largest fleet of equipment in Western Canada running and it’s our people that keep our job sites safe.This is a temporary 16 month contract with the possibility of extension.What’s In It for You?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Market aligned salary & bonus program
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage and employer paid premiums
• GRRSP matching program
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Tuition reimbursement program and career growth and development
• Social culture and employee events
• Summer Fridays!

See for yourself from our Senior Business Analyst, Curtis: “There are a lot of things I like about working for NACG, like the opportunity that they open for you for career advancement, great team, awesome leadership, best benefit package for me and my family, flexible time if you need some adjustments in your work schedule and of course the compensation I would say that, I can see myself retiring at NACG!” Responsibilities:What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the preparation and consolidation of tax provision schedules, ensuring precision and compliance.
• Prepare tax provisions, reconciliations, and disclosures for financial reporting purposes.
• Manage the preparation and filing of tax returns in all jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with tax laws and regulations, advising management on potential impacts.
• Oversee Canadian tax compliance, managing various returns and elections for relevant entities.
• Conduct thorough research on federal, provincial, and local taxation issues, offering strategic tax recommendations.
• Analyze tax laws and advise on various corporate tax matters.
• Stay abreast of legislative changes, implementing necessary adjustments to maintain compliance.
• Act as a liaison with federal, provincial, and provincial authorities to fulfill compliance requirements.
• Administer various tax compliance requirements, including self-assessment tax determination.
• Collaborate with international finance teams, reviewing financial statements and addressing tax inquiries.
• Strategize and schedule tax payments to meet regulatory deadlines.
• Monitor tax correspondences and reconcile various return balances.
• Manage business number registrations and updates with relevant authorities.
• Handle external tax audits, inquiries, and controversies, ensuring favorable outcomes.
• Provide support for US and Australian tax compliance efforts.
• Analyze tax information to identify potential areas for savings.
• Collaborate with third-party tax recovery firms and lead special projects as needed.
• Provide tax analysis and advice on transactions and business operations, including preparing tax position memos.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess tax planning relating to acquisitions, mergers, and new business activities.
• Manage transfer pricing compliance requirements across jurisdictions.
• Assist in the intercompany dividends and distributions process, to ensure compliance with tax requirements and offer advice on timing and amounts to minimize taxable amounts.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Offer coaching and training on tax-related matters to other departments.
• Assist the FP&A team with annual tax and transfer pricing budgeting.
• Forecast and process income and capital tax installments accurately.
• Implement tax compliance controls and procedures to enhance the company’s tax risk management framework.
• Ensure effective governance and controls are in place, establishing procedures driven by organizational growth.
• Ensure compliance with SOX regulations and assist with internal control testing.

Qualifications:What Makes You the ONE

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting or Finance.
• Possession of an accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA).
• Progress towards completion of the In-Depth Tax Program is preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and theory.
• Proficient research capabilities to navigate complex tax regulations and laws.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adhere to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, coupled with excellent interpersonal abilities, focusing on delivering high-quality customer service.
• Self-motivated and capable of working autonomously, with minimal supervision, to achieve objectives.
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel for accurate data analysis and reporting.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work well with individuals at all levels within the organization and external stakeholders, fostering creativity, problem-solving, and achieving desired outcomes.

Overview:Who is NACG?North American Construction Group (NACG) has served as an industry leader in the heavy construction and mining industries for over 65 years. In that time, we’ve proven ourselves as a safe and reliable contractor who can complete projects of any size and scope. We’ve also taken a number of bold steps forward to broaden our footprint, expanding to mines outside our provincial borders, and providing third-party maintenance services to clients and customers.In addition to providing employees with rewarding careers, North American has a whole lot more to offer:

• Significant Growth –As a company, NACG is rapidly expanding, and has practically doubled in size over the past year alone.
• Long Term Contracts – With over $1 billion dollars in contracted work booked through 2023, NACG can provide long term employment solutions and numerous opportunities for advancement.
• Commitment To Safety – With a top tier record for safety performance, NACG is dedicated to ensuring that everyone gets home safe, and constantly strives for a goal zero performance.
• Market Aligned Compensation – NACG provides compensation packages that are aligned with current market information for all employees.
• Attractive Benefits Package – With a substantial benefits package provided to all employees, NACG ensures that you are covered for life’s many surprises.
• GRRSP Matching – As you begin your new career, you can also start planning for the future thanks to NACG’s GRRSP matching.
• Safety focused – An exceptional leader in committing to a safe work environment by promoting personal safety amongst employees and continually improving our HSE systems. Everybody gets home safe!

North American Construction Group is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels safe, valued, and respected. We recognize the talent, perspective, and creative influence that diverse groups of people generate, and we encourage all people to express interest with us especially those from marginalized and underrepresented groups who might hesitate before applying. If you require accommodation in submitting interest on a role or throughout our interview process, please email us at to ask for assistance.North American Construction Group acknowledges that we perform work on the Traditional Treaty 6 and 8 Territories, home to the Cree, Dene, Blackfoot, Saulteaux and Nakota Sioux, and the Metis. We encourage members of those and all traditional lands to apply with us.Become a member of the North American family today!

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Location: Acheson, AB

Job date: Thu, 20 Mar 2025 07:50:33 GMT

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