Tax and Treasury Director

Why Work for Park Lawn Corporation?

Service

• At every level, our dedicated team members display a strong work ethic and commitment to our core values, respect for the family, the profession, and the individual.
• Work with leading experts in the funeral and cemetery profession.

Benefits

• Financial assistant programs encouraging employees through education and development in industry related subjects.
• Robust Health and Welfare Plans, and savings account options, designed to support your personal needs, enhance well-being and help navigate life's challenges.
• Rich 401k and Roth Retirement Plan options available for both Full Time and Part Time employees along with a Company Match.
• Variety of Vacation, Personal Days and Sick Days based on your role emphasizing the importance of physical and emotional replenishment for our team.
• Employee Discounts on services, merchandise, and property to help our team members in their time of need.

Culture

• We value honesty, courage, integrity, ethical behavior and the development of personal growth.
• We are rooted in the communities to provide a personal touch to every family we serve.
• We believe in the value of funeral and cemetery service, drawing on decades of experience to create the best experience for our families.

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for the oversight and management of Park Lawn's tax and treasury function. Reporting directly to the Vice President, the position will lead the tax function of Park Lawn including tax reporting and compliance, in addition will be overall responsible for the global cash management function. The position will collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as with external tax, banking and other service providers. This individual will have two direct reports and lead a broader team split between tax and treasury.

Essential Functions

Tax

• Responsible for tax compliance in both Canada and the U.S.
• Performs tax planning, reporting and analysis globally.
• Supports the financial reporting process by preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions and disclosures.
• Liaises with the company's external tax consultants on various tax matters.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, provincial and other local tax regulations.
• Manages and responds to tax audits and disputes with tax authorities.
• Manages the filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual indirect tax returns for entities in Canada and the U.S.
• Advises on tax implications of cross-border transactions and assist in the development and execution of the company's transfer pricing policy.
• Provides M&A and transaction support by evaluating tax implications and providing strategic guidance related to the deal teams.
• Assess and implement technology and tools to support a more efficient and effective tax and reporting cycle.
• Keeps abreast of changes in tax regulations which may impact the business and provide recommendations to mitigate potential risks.
• Supports of payroll tax processes both in Canada and the U.S.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to provide tax advice on business transactions, contracts and strategic initiatives.

Treasury

• Develops and implements cash management strategies to optimize global liquidity and working capital.
• Develops and improves cash flow forecasting models to ensure sufficient liquidity for ongoing operations.
• Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure sufficient funds in accounts for planned outflows.
• Supports the financial reporting process with financial analysis and treasury related insight.
• Supports intercompany cash management strategies and the flow of funds throughout the organization.
• Manages bank accounts including opening/closing accounts, access and approval rights, and correspondence with bank partners.
• Maintains the overall capital structure, ensuring compliance with lender deliverables and reporting requirements.
• Assists in optimizing capital structure through various financing initiatives.
• Develops and implements risk management strategies focused on currency and interest rates.
• Maintains an efficient system of policies and procedures that impose an adequate level of control over treasury and tax activities and provide support for regulatory reporting.

Competencies

• Knowledge of Canadian and U.S. tax regulations.
• Cash management experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in managing financial and tax reporting processes in an international context (Canada and U.S.)

Required Education, Experience, Certifications and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPA is preferred.
• Tax and/or treasury leaders who brings a minimum of 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Canadian and/or US tax reporting and compliance.
• Ability to travel between the U.S. and Canada.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Skill to analyze data and provide recommendations.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Must be able to work independently, prioritizing and meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to meet daily deadlines, perform tasks in a timely manner, be a self-starter and resolve issues with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally, cross-borders, and with external service provides.
• An effective decision maker who can create and manage a plan and execute that plan.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The duties associated with this position are generally performed in an indoor office setting.
• Equipment used to perform the essential function of this position includes, but is not limited to computer, fax, copier, merchant terminal, multi-line phone system, personal or company owned vehicle.
• Overtime is sometimes necessary or required.
• This is not a hybrid position.

Travel

• This position will require up to 15 percent of travel between the U.S. and Canada.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.