Role and Responsibilities
Vice President Global Taxation
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”), the Vice President Global Taxation will be responsible for the complete oversight and direction of the tax function at CAE, including tax planning, tax compliance, tax reporting, and all tax aspects of business strategy and business development, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity.
The Vice President, Global Taxation will be the overall tax expert and advisor for the Company, providing tax advice to the executive team and direction in establishing best practices while seeking strategic optimality across the function.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Tax Planning
Provide overall strategic leadership for the Company’s tax function.
Develop, evaluate, and implement tax efficient strategies.
International Tax
Manage the interaction between Canadian and foreign operations and taxes, responsible for the Company’s global tax position.
Tax Advisory
Provide timely advice on material tax matters, including tax aspects of corporate initiatives.
Tax Compliance
Direct tax compliance activities domestically and globally.
Manage audits by tax authorities globally.
Maintain awareness of changes in tax legislation.
Tax Reporting
Establish and maintain tax accounting practices.
Manage the review of tax processes by external auditors.
Business Development and Mergers & Acquisitions
Evaluate tax aspects of potential business acquisitions and reorganizations.
Best Practices
Establish SOX compliance “Best Practice” standards for the tax function.
Internal/External Relationships
Interface with internal and external stakeholders, supporting corporate tax strategies.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 15 years of tax experience with a demonstrated track record of success.
Significant experience in Canadian, U.S., and International corporate tax.
Experience with Canadian tax compliance in a global public company.
In-depth experience with tax planning for business transactions.
Ability to identify innovative tax opportunities.
Strong leadership and influencing skills.
EDUCATION
An undergraduate degree with a professional designation (CPA and/or LLB/JD) and completion of tax specialist courses.
Position Type
Regular
CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success.
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