Director, Tax

Company Name: Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.

Location: Windsor, ON, Canada

Hiram Walker and Corby’s portfolio of owned brands include some of the most renowned brands in Canada, including JP Wisers, Canadian Whisky, Lamb's Rum, and Polar Ice Vodka.   Corby distributes leading Pernod Ricard international brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Chivas Regal, Glenlivet, Ballantine’s Scotch Whiskies, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Beefeater Gin, Malibu Rum, Kahlua Liqueur, Mumm Champagne, Jacob's Creek, Wyndham Estate and Stoneleigh wines.  An overview of the entire Corby portfolio shows over 5,000,000 cases sold annually, with Corby being a significant importer of wines and having an approximate 21 percent market share of spirit sales in Canada.  

We were named one of Canada’s Best Workplaces for 7 years by The Great Place to Work® Institute Canada, based on employee survey results and an audit of workplace excellence and people management practices. 

Working here is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word convivialité, it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. We are in the business of creating moments that matter, starting with how we work! Let your ambition lead you toward outstanding opportunities with progressive rewards. For insight on our heritage please click: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VaXS-oxdU5U&feature=player_embedded  

We are seeking an experienced Tax Director to become an integral member of Pernod Ricard North America tax team. The Tax Director will be responsible for a dynamic range of tax matters across domestic and foreign affiliates.

Reporting to the VP of Tax, the successful candidate will oversee all aspects of the Canadian tax operations. This includes managing all tax compliance, audits and controversies, transfer pricing, planning and advisory support, including providing tax guidance on tax matters.  The successful candidate will be part of the Pernod Ricard Global tax team, supporting M&A and divestiture transactions, as well as other strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage all income and non-income tax compliance in accordance with Canadian tax laws and regulations
• Manage the annual tax forecast, quarterly and year-end tax provisions and reporting packages for HQ, including disclosures required for a Canadian publicly listed company
• Monitor international tax attributes, including Foreign Accrual Property Income (FAPI) and surplus accounts
• Oversee direct and indirect tax audits and inquiries; manage relationships with the CRA and external auditors
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and review their work deliverables
• Stay current on tax legislation and developments; assess impact and ensure timely, appropriate responses
• Prepare technical tax memoranda and ensure appropriate documentation to support return positions and transactions
• Conduct tax research and support tax planning initiatives and special projects
• Drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and ensure high-quality output
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Treasury, Finance & Accounting teams as well as with foreign affiliates

The ideal candidate should bring a strong background in Tax Operations, with a combination of in-house experience with a large multinational enterprise and relevant experience from a Big 4 accounting firm.  Key qualifications include:

• In-depth knowledge of Canadian corporate income tax, IFRS tax accounting, indirect taxes, and transfer pricing
• Detail oriented, with ability to provide clear and concise summations
• A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant tax experience
• CPA required

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, including Indigenous, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, creed, family status, national origin, age, and gender.    

Pernod Ricard and its Canadian Affiliates Corby Spirit and Wine Limited, and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. are committed to providing accessible employment practices.  Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process or wish to view our accommodation policies, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected].  For Ontario Applicants, our practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. 

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