Senior Manager, Tax

Lightspeed
Montreal, Quebec, CanadaPosted 31 March 2026

Job Description

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by 👋 Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place! We’re looking for a Senior Tax Manager to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Director, Tax, the ideal candidate is self-motivated, possesses strong organizational skills, and is extremely detail-oriented. Our working environment is dynamic, and daily tasks include a variety of tax duties. What you’ll be doing: Manage the company's global tax function and provide hands-on leadership to the Tax team Coordinate and oversee the company's global tax processes including all compliance filings, quarterly financial statement tax provision reporting, transfer pricing management and other international reporting requirements Review and oversee global sales tax return filings, reconciliations and payments Provide internal tax advisory guidance to various business units and functional areas across the organization Manage tax audits and other correspondence with government authorities Utilize our team of external tax advisor relationships efficiently and effectively Work closely with the company's Legal and MA teams, making recommendations on potential transactions, helping with post-acquisition integration activities and corporate structure considerations. Provide the company's FPA team with tax/government grant inputs for reporting, budgeting and forecasting purposes Continually monitor, track and report on the existing and proposed tax legislations and related changes that could impact the company's operations What you need to bring: We're looking for a senior candidate who has experience with the following: 8-10 years of progressive tax experience, ideally combining public accounting and corporate tax CPA designation Strong knowledge of Canadian and US taxation Experienced with international tax issues, transfer pricing and government grants Strong people management skills including leading, performance management, mentoring, coaching and developing teams Strong attention to detail Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet deadlines Excellent time management and organizational skills Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality Adept at handling sensitive documents Excellent proficiency in written and spoken English. As a global company with employees and clients outside of Quebec, fluency in English as a working language is required for this position. Even better if you have, but not necessary Experience working in public companies, including IFRS and SOX control compliance In-depth Tax course, Masters of Taxation or equivalent Familiar with European and APAC taxes Knowledge of the Pillar 2 framework Proficiency in written and spoken French Experience with systems such as NetSuite, TaxPrep, Salesforce and Avalara We know that people are more than what’s on their CV. If you’re unsure that you have the right profile for the role... hit the ‘Apply’ button and give it a try! Be a changemaker You’ll enjoy: A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work (3 days a week in office) A culture that celebrates performance The chance to make an impact in a team that’s big enough for career growth, but lean enough to make your voice heard Career-defining opportunities Plus benefits designed to keep you happy, healthy and fulfilled. Flexible paid time off and remote work policies Equity options, because this is your company too Contributions to your pension plan. Your future matters Training opportunities to grow your skills and career Health and wellness credit so you feel your best Time off to volunteer and give back to your community Interest groups, employee led networks, social committees to sponsored sports teams Computer purchase program to get your personal Macbook Enhanced parental leave to support growing families Etc… Fuel your growth. Find your people. At Lightspeed, your growth is our ... (truncated, view full listing at source)
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