Job: Manager, Tax Planning and Projects

COMPANY:	Weatherford
LOCATION:	Calgary, AB
JOB REFERENCE:	33167
CLOSING DATE:	2013-12-12

One of the largest oilfield services companies, Weatherford operates in more than 100 countries and employs more than 50,000 people worldwide. With a product and service portfolio that spans the life cycle of a well— drilling, evaluation, completion, production and intervention— and a robust research and development effort, we are well positioned to meet the ever-evolving needs of the oil and gas industry. Turn to Weatherford for attentive service and Tactical Technology™ designed to maximize the value of your oil and gas assets. The change will do you goodSM

Weatherford Canada is looking for a Manager, Tax Planning and Projects
Reporting to the Director, Tax

Duties

• Tax planning projects as assigned – most involving complex international tax matters (both inbound and outbound)
• Oversee indirect tax function in all provinces (GST, QST, PST) and supervision of staff
• Develop new ideas to lower the company’s effective tax rate
• Manage withholding tax issues around the globe
• Assist Tax Reporting Manager where needed in review of various tax reporting requirements
• Review of large income tax filings
• Responsible for both income tax and commodity tax audits
• Collaborate with international tax staff around the world on global tax planning projects
• Liaise with the leaders of Weatherford Canada’s various product lines to identify opportunities and assist in acquisition/disposition transactions.
• Represent Weatherford in Industry and Professional Organizations
• Work with headquarters transfer pricing department to ensure that Weatherford Canada is complying with the international transfer pricing rules
• Assist in identification of (and the filing of) the company’s SR&ED claims
• Manage professional advisors
• Staying abreast of current legislative developments and trends in the jurisprudence
• Assist with the leadership and mentoring of the tax department

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in corporate tax matters within a large corporate environment or public practice.
• Significant exposure to both inbound and outbound international tax issues. The company is part of the international Weatherford group with significant foreign affiliates around the world.
• Effective team player on Tax and Cross-Functional teams
• Solid knowledge of Excise Tax Act
• Strong prioritization skills.
• Professional accounting or legal designation
• Completion of the CICA In-Depth Tax Course
• Proficiency in excel, word, powerpoint and sharepoint.
• Experience in using JD Edwards accounting system would be an asset
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem solving, research and planning strategy experience
• Knowledge of the Oil and Gas Industry is preferred

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits upon hire; including 3 weeks vacation to start, RRSP matching, a health spending account and opportunities for on-going training and career development.

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Quote Job Reference: 33167

Posted 2013-11-13