Corporate Tax & Complex Accounting Specialist

Equinox Engineering Ltd. is a Calgary-based EPCM firm. We are a market leader in oil and gas processing specializing in facilities design, implementation and operational assistance for natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil and carbon capture projects. Our clients include several of the largest oil and gas producers in Canada and worldwide, and we are currently executing a wide range of sweet gas, sour gas, conventional oil and heavy oil facility and pipeline projects.

yWe are seeking an experienced Corporate Tax & Complex Accounting Specialist to lead domestic and international corporate tax activities while supporting complex accounting matters across the organization. This role is pivotal in delivering strategic tax planning, ensuring compliance with global tax regulations, strengthening financial reporting processes, and supporting business expansions, acquisitions, and internal control improvements. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, external advisors, and global partners to guide the organization through evolving tax environments and complex financial challenges.

• esLead end‑to‑end corporate tax compliance, statutory reporting, and tax filings for Canadian and international operations, including correspondence with federal and local tax authoritie
• s.Provide comprehensive tax advisory, planning, research, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions (including Canada, Australia, the U.S., and India
• ).Analyze withholding tax implications and assess tax treaty relief opportunities to optimize cross‑border tax efficienc
• y.Monitor legislative changes and ensure full compliance with evolving domestic and international tax regulation
• s.Advise on corporate restructurings, reorganizations of foreign affiliates, financing structures, acquisitions, and post‑acquisition integratio
• n.Collaborate with international tax advisors and compliance providers (U.S., Australia, India, etc.) on reorganizations, financing strategies, regulatory changes, licensing, entity registrations, and ongoing tax complianc
• e.Support transfer pricing documentation, indirect tax matters, and cross‑border reporting requirement
• s.Partner with international payroll providers to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processe
• s.Oversee global compliance providers on government licensing, entity maintenance, and statutory reporting requirement
• s.Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements, including supporting schedules, working papers, and audit request
• s.Lead complex accounting work related to consolidations, business combinations, financial instruments, and emerging reporting standard
• s.Enhance accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies across the finance functio
• n.Support initiatives related to IPO readiness and public-company reporting standard
• s.Oversee cash management strategies to optimize liquidity, minimize costs, and enhance returns on surplus fund
• s.Identify and implement strategies to mitigate currency risk and hedge against foreign exchange fluctuation
• s.Lead and manage an internal or external stakeholder portfolio, offering financial insights and contributing to business develop men
• t.Lead major financial and tax-related projects, assessing risks, developing strategies, and reviewing deliverable
• s.Train, mentor, and support junior team members through coaching and knowledge-sharin
• g.Perform other duties as assigne

• ons5–10+ years of relevant experience in tax, accounting, or financial reporting
• ng.
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fie
• ed.
  
  Additional tax specialization (e.g., In-Depth Tax Program) considered an ass
• et.
  
  Background in public accounting, multinational corporations, or advisory firms preferr
• ed.
  
  Experience in cross‑border tax planning, corporate reorganizations, and global tax matte
• rs.
  
  Exposure to IPO processes and international tax filings is an ass
• et.
  
  Experience in the oil & gas industry, particularly within an EPCM environment, is an ass

• cies Strong technical knowledge of Canadian and international tax legislat
• ion.
  
  Ability to interpret tax treaties and understand international compliance framewo
• rks.
  
  Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication ski
• lls.
  
  Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and lead complex proje
• cts.
  
  Proficiency with accounting systems and tax softw