Director Tax

Director Tax
Location: Calgary Head Office
Job status: Full Time Permanent
Department:Corporate Tax

Is this position safety sensitive: No


At Gibson, we believe our competitive advantage lies in the strength and talents of our employees. That means connecting our employees to rewarding careers, building a high-performance culture where collaboration and creativity are rewarded, and providing real growth opportunities for employees to take on new challenges.


The Role
The Director Tax is responsible to manage all aspects of Corporate Taxes for the Company including Canadian and United States income tax compliance, tax disputes, tax provision (quarterly and annual accounting and disclosure related to income taxes under IFRS), tax planning, and managing relationships between the corporate tax group and Business Units with respect to sales and use and other forms of taxation. The position is also responsible to support the Corporate Development group with respect to all corporate taxes, including structuring, acquisition / disposition related planning and economic modeling.


What You Will Do

As a Director Tax you will:

Align with the Gibson Way Values, and is responsible for developing and mentoring team members, and providing guidance and direction for the overall group, including:
Manage performance of individuals to achieve results.
Build a collaborative, innovative team to exceed customer expectations (internal and external).
Communicate the Company’s vision and strategy in relatable terms.
Create an environment of engagement for team members to produce high quality services. Manage and ensure various Canadian corporate income tax returns, partnership returns, and elections are accurately prepared and filed on time.
Manage and ensures various United States Federal and State corporate income tax and other returns are accurately prepared and filed on time.
Manage the SRED claims process and manages the requirements of the U.S. Financing structure.
Manage tax disputes with all taxation authorities (Canadian / U.S.).
Manage the quarterly and annual tax provision process including the related disclosure requirements for the financial statements under IFRS. This includes reviewing the calculations, reviewing the disclosure requirements, and providing technical expertise where necessary.
Identify opportunities to minimize tax and implements strategies to realize tax savings across the Company’s operations (including tax planning, recoveries, tax credits, grants, and incentives).
Perform complex technical corporate tax research and planning (Canadian, U.S., and International).
Monitor the tax jurisdictions applicable to the Gibson companies and advises on the impact of any new tax legislation.
Manage and is involved in the interaction with Business Units and apply research to their specific tax questions in the areas of income taxes, fuel taxes, and sales taxes.
Manage, support and communicate with the Corporate Development group with respect to tax structuring for growth and acquisition projects, dispositions, agreement review, and economic modeling.
Manage and participate in a variety of projects including information system development and corporate financing initiatives by providing tax support.
Manage the business change process with regards to tax as Gibson’s moves into new businesses and/or geographical areas (US).
Manage and provide assistance in the appropriate calculation of tax for budgeting and forecasting activities.
Manage and assist with research and implementation with respect to Canadian or joint US/Canadian tax planning assignments.
Participate in the creation and development of tax related and other initiatives within the Financial Services Business Plan.
Provide support and advice to executives as required.
Ensure annual objectives as set in the Financial Services Business Plan are achieved.
Manage the capital project tracking process to ensure asset schedules and reconciliations are prepared for the preparation of the tax returns.
Select, develop, and evaluate tax group personnel to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the tax function
Support the development and coaching of tax group members to learn and grow in areas such as developing company specific knowledge, developing the ability to analyze complex transactions to accurately reflect appropriate tax treatment and future income taxes, determining the effects of changing IFRS standards and recommend appropriate tax treatment of such transactions.
Review and analyze current corporate financial records and determine proper tax treatment for a wide variety of transactions.
Support the realization of the Company’s Sustainability objectives, including in the areas of carbon pricing and carbon taxation
Maintain strong relationships with government and industry stakeholders
Demonstrates a personal commitment and proactive approach to Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) through participation in all applicable EH&S programs and ensures safe operation of the branch, team or unit and compliance with all Company EH&S policies and procedures.
May perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring to the Role

University degree and Chartered Professional Accounting Designation.
Completion of CPA In-Depth tax course.
Minimum 10-15+ years of post- qualification related experience – Industry experience an asset
Previous managerial or supervisory experience is a requirement.
Strong general knowledge of the Canadian Income Tax Act and the Internal Revenue Code, as it pertains to the Company’s operations.
Strong tax and accounting system computer skills, i.e., Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Tax Prep.
Broad and well-developed expertise in various taxes both in Canada and the United States.
Exceptional inter-personal and communication skills.
Self motivated and able to manage and prioritize multiple projects and processes.
Able to recommend and successfully implement changes to systems and procedures.
Team and company focused.

Working Conditions

The majority of the work is performed in an office environment.
This job is subject to background checks as outlined in Gibson Energy’s Background Checks policy. Background checks may include: employment history verification, reference checks, education and/or credentials verification, credit check and a criminal history check.

Why You’ll Love Working at Gibson

For over 70 years, Gibson has been defined by our people — those who seize opportunities and make exceptional customer service a part of everything we do. Working at Gibson is an opportunity to be part of a place where employees feel valued, supported and motivated to do their best work. Here’s what sets us apart:


A competitive Total Rewards package that truly values your contributions.
Employer contributions to your DC Pension because we believe in your future.
Comprehensive health, dental & vision benefits, with industry leading coverage for mental health and family planning — ensuring you and your loved ones thrive.
Generous time off to rest, recharge and live life to the fullest.
An incredible work environment and culture where your career development and advancement are prioritized every step of the way.
A flexible hybrid work setup, empowering you to balance work and life seamlessly.

Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibson” or the “Company”) is a diversified North American energy infrastructure company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. They have significant terminal assets, including 25 million barrels of storage and over 300 miles (500 kilometres) of crude pipelines across North America. The company has been providing market access to the oil and gas industry for over 70 years and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:GEI) with a market capitalization of approximately $4 billion.


Gibson Energy operates through two main segments:

Infrastructure: This includes terminals, marine loading, rail loading and unloading facilities, gathering pipelines, a diluent recovery unit, and a crude oil processing facility. Key facilities within this segment include the Hardisty, Edmonton, and Ingleside Terminals, as well as gathering pipelines in the United States and a crude oil processing facility in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
Marketing: This involves the purchasing, selling, storing, and optimizing of hydrocarbon products.

Gibson Energy has a strong presence in the United States, due to the acquisition of the Gateway Terminal in Ingleside, Texas. This terminal is a world-class liquids terminal and export facility with very large crude carrier (VLCC) capabilities and direct pipeline connections to key basins like the Permian and Eagle Ford. The acquisition strengthens Gibson's cash flow with over +5% of the revenue under take-or-pay contracts with high-quality counterparties.


Our Values, The Gibson Way

The Gibson Way is how we succeed together. We believe in the power of both ‘We’ (collectively working together) and “I” (contributing individually) to achieve our shared goals.


The ‘We & I’ play a very important role in our success!

Contribute & Add Value Everyday
Keep Our Edge & Be Resilient
Stay Focused & Open-Minded
Work it Out & Do it Together

This is what we are all about and we encourage you to learn more! Click Here: The Gibson Way


For more information, visit www.gibsonenergy.com.

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