Tax Manager

Clio is the global leader in legal AI technology, empowering legal professionals and law firms of every size to work smarter, faster, and more securely.

We’re looking for a Tax Manager in the Greater Vancouver, Calgary, or Greater Toronto area to join our Global Finance team.

This role is for someone who is a strategic and analytical thinker that takes pride in the quality of their work. They are comfortable with ambiguity; can operate effectively and efficiently in a high volume environment with little direction; and take initiative to improve processes. Someone who is a continuous learner that thrives in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment. Adaptable to a dynamic environment, they are comfortable doing whatever it takes to get the job done and have a proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet strict deadlines.

This role is for someone who is keen to mentor and participate in the training and development of the team.

What your team does:

Our Finance team is hyper‑focused on becoming one of the highest performing teams in the world. That means we work hard, play for keeps, and dedicate ourselves to making sure #Team Money thrives as we scale. You will be joining a high performing and hard‑working team that values having fun  strive to meet our deadlines, but as with all accountants – we worship balance as well.

Your position will be an integral part of the team.

• Manage Clio’s Canadian domestic and international tax compliance. Review and/or prepare corporate income tax and information returns and related calculations, ensuring accurate and timely compliance and filing in accordance with local tax regulations.

• Participate in the preparation and/or review of the consolidated income tax provision and financial statement tax notes in accordance with US GAAP, providing transparent and compliant tax disclosures.

• Support Clio’s global indirect tax compliance and recovery initiatives. Review indirect tax returns, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and regulations and identify opportunities to recover overpaid taxes and implementing effective processes to capture indirect tax refunds.

• Manage the reconciliation of general ledger accounts and preparing and/or reviewing journal entries related to taxes, ensuring accurate recording of tax transactions.

• Serve as a main point of contact for external tax advisors, government auditors, and financial auditors regarding taxation matters. Coordinate and respond to inquiries, manage tax audits, and facilitate a smooth relationship with external stakeholders.

• Provide tax advice to the business on the tax implications of strategic and operational decisions, assisting with the evaluation of potential tax risks and opportunities.

• Manage the company’s Scientific Research & Development (R&D) tax credit application processes, collaborating with external advisors and internal engineering teams to maximize R&D tax incentives.

• Participate in the design and maintenance of Clio’s global transfer pricing regime. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations and guidelines, including documentation and pricing analysis.

• Prepare documentation, memos, and support materials to substantiate Clio’s tax positions and amounts filed, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.

• Conduct tax research and stay updated on changes in tax laws, regulations, and rulings that may impact the company’s tax positions and compliance requirements.

• Participate in the evaluation and implementation of tax planning strategies to optimize the company’s overall tax position, including identifying tax planning opportunities and monitoring tax legislation changes.

• Participate in the design and maintenance of internal controls over the income and indirect tax processes, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.

• Participate in process improvement and change management projects, utilizing your expertise in taxation requirements. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement efficient tax processes, facilitate effective communication, and provide training on tax compliance procedures.

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