Directeur(trice), Fiscalité et Trésorerie /Director, Tax & Treasury

Merck • Kirkland, QC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an accomplished Director, Tax & Treasury to lead the Canadian tax function for a global pharmaceutical organization. This is a pivotal leadership role, reporting to the Executive Director of Finance, with broad scope, high visibility, and meaningful impact across tax strategy, governance, compliance, and treasury. As a key member of the Canada Finance leadership team, you will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, shaping the tax position of the Canadian affiliate while helping ensure alignment between local requirements, global policies, and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA designation required
• 10 to 12 years of progressive tax experience, ideally within a multinational corporation or a large accounting firm.
• Strong command of Canadian tax law, transfer pricing, cross-border transactions, non-resident tax matters, tax risk management and indirect taxes.
• Advanced understanding of US GAAP tax accounting and Canadian accounting principles.
• Experience with tax audits, settlements and tax authority negotiations.
• Advanced Excel skills
• Fluency in French is required

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in taxation or completion of In-Depth Tax Course, or equivalent considered a strong asset.
• SAP experience preferred
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or highly regulated industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the overall tax strategy for the Canadian entity, ensuring the right balance between compliance, tax efficiency and risk management.
• Identify complex tax issues, assess risks and recommend practical solutions that take legal, operational and business realities into account.
• Advise senior leadership on the tax implications of business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee the preparation of Canadian corporate income tax returns and related filings.
• Lead tax audit strategies and manage relationships with tax authorities.
• Strengthen controls, processes and governance practices related to tax compliance.
• Work closely with tax legal counsel, accounting firms and other external experts on high-impact matters.
• Oversee transfer pricing, non-resident tax matters, and cross-border transactions.
• Lead, engage, and develop a team of three professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and knowledge sharing.

Benefits

• We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director