Indirect Tax Manager/Senior Manager

Job Description

<p>This position is based in Montreal with one of our clients, a recognised leader in accounting and consulting services in Canada. They have also been recognised as one of Montreal's Top Employers for 2025. The role is based in downtown Montreal and operates in a hybrid mode.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Responsibilities</b>:</p><ul><li>Lead and review indirect tax engagements (advisory and compliance) across GST/HST, QST, PST, Sales and Use tax, and Excise tax ; set scope, timelines, and budgets to deliver high-quality outcomes.</li><li>Oversee compliance execution: review returns and data quality, coordinate in/outsourcing or co-sourcing workflows, and perform technical reviews before filings.</li><li>Research complex issues and craft written advice: prepare technical positions, memos, and client communications that translate rules into practical guidance.</li><li>Advise on registrations/de-registrations and transaction structuring, including invoicing requirements and the indirect tax impact of special/atypical transactions.</li><li>Lead audit defense and controversy matters : manage audits/appeals, voluntary disclosures, interpretation requests, and draft notices of objection; liaise with tax authorities.</li><li>Execute due diligence and post-merger integration support for M&A, identifying risks, recovery/refund opportunities, and integration tasks for tax processes.</li><li>Drive process improvement and controls, using data/automation where appropriate to strengthen compliance, dashboards, and cash-flow outcomes; stay ahead of legislative and policy changes.</li><li>Coach, review, and grow the team; build client relationships and support business development through proposals and thought leadership.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Qualifications</b>:</p><ul><li>Completion of the In-depth GST Course or Master of Taxation (MTax) program</li><li>Extensive experience in Canadian indirect taxes, including GST, HST, QST, and PST, with a proven track record of managing engagements from start to finish.</li><li>Deep technical knowledge of GST HST QST PST place of supply rules and input tax credits and the ability to apply them to real transactions</li><li>Strong communication in English and French with the ability to draft clear memos submissions and client advice in both languages</li><li>Leadership in reviewing work coaching staff and running projects with timelines budgets and quality standards</li><li>Experience handling audits appeals and voluntary disclosures and comfortable liaising with tax authorities</li><li>Knowledge of and interest in sales tax compliance for financial institutions and companies operating in the cryptoasset sector would be an asset.</li><li>Client service mindset of excellence trust and team development and comfort supporting proposals and relationship growth.</li></ul><p></p>