Director, Tax

At Conexus, we are focused on supporting our members with their needs of today, while also helping them work towards their goals for the future. It’s more than conducting a banking transaction, it’s about providing our members with insightful content, tools, expert advice, and a full suite of products to empower them and inspire confidence in their financial decision‑making. We prioritize performance excellence, and our employees champion each member’s success, ultimately contributing to a thriving province.

We are curious, courageous, confident and committed. Our values ensure we consistently deliver outstanding member experiences. As employees, we’re more than just individuals who come to work each day; each role is a vital part of Conexus.

We acknowledge that our Conexus offices and facilities are located on Treaty 2, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10 lands. These are the traditional lands of the Cree, Dakota, Dene, Lakota, Nakota and Saulteaux peoples, as well as the homeland of the Métis.

The bigger picture We’re looking for an intelligent and savvy tax professional to come on board to lead the tax compliance and planning functions for Conexus Credit Union and its subsidiaries. The Director, Tax ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all tax‑related activities, while optimizing Conexus’ overall tax position and maintaining a low tax‑risk profile. In this role you will work with like‑minded people in a highly cooperative team environment driven to produce results.

Conexus is one of the largest credit unions in Canada with approximately $17 billion under management, 1400 employees and 10 CPAs in the controllership/accounting area (effective January 1, 2026). Conexus has 9 subsidiaries including wealth management, venture capital and holdco’s.

How you’ll be spending your time

Leading the preparation and oversight of corporate income tax (T2) returns for all entities including reviewing supporting documentation prepared by the accounting team to ensure accuracy and completeness

Completing T5 filings and supporting external tax service providers on preparing SRED claims and other specialized filings, as required.

Engaging and collaborating with external tax service providers for independent review tax returns and other specialized tax filings

Overseeing GST and PST compliance requirements for all entities

Researching, analyzing, and applying tax legislation to ensure compliance

Planning, leading, and implementing corporate tax, GST, and PST strategies

Managing tax risks and implementing controls and mitigation strategies

Coordinating and leading all tax audits and examinations

Determining and recording tax provisions for all entities in accordance with IFRS

Preparing and reviewing tax disclosures for consolidated financial statements

Providing senior‑level financial and tax analysis to support strategic initiatives

Training and mentoring staff, fostering technical expertise and collaboration

The way people describe you

Strategic thinker with expert judgment and technical insight

Detail‑oriented and able to handle multiple deadlines efficiently

Strong communicator, able to convey complex tax information clearly

Highly self‑motivated and capable of working independently and collaboratively

Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills

Embraces change and seeks opportunities to improve processes

The experience you bring

Degree in Business Administration with an Accounting or Finance focus

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation

Completion of the In‑Depth Tax Program (IDTP)

Minimum of seven years’ experience in a tax environment with increasing complexity

Deep understanding of corporate tax, GST, and PST, with ability to apply tax law

Demonstrated ability to lead tax functions while fostering strong knowledge‑sharing practices among experienced professionals

Salary range: $118,520 - $169,520 with 19% short‑term incentive target

Benefits and perks The success of our members relies heavily on the performance and accomplishments of our employees. That’s why we prioritize offering our team a variety of benefits and perks designed to support their success and well‑being, both at work and in their personal lives. Some of these additional benefits include, but are not limited to:

Generous vacation benefits with additional paid time off, giving you time to spend on what’s most important to you

Competitive benefit package options, covering all aspects of personal wellness

7% pension matching to support you toward retirement

Preferred rates for all your banking needs, helping to make life more affordable.

Residing in Saskatchewan is preferred. Flexibility of remote work will be considered.

This is a permanent full‑time position; however, for the right candidate, Conexus would consider an 80% time or full‑time during peak periods with reduced hours during non‑peak periods.

We are excited to welcome candidates who bring a blend of academic, professional and volunteer experience that sets them apart. Research shows that many applicants tend to apply only when they meet every qualification of the role. However, we encourage you to explore opportunities that closely match your skillset and experience. We truly value diverse backgrounds and varied experiences, as we are dedicated to creating inclusive and diverse workplaces. This opportunity closes on December 19, so apply now! If you have questions about this position, please contact Carmen Boxall at jobs@conexus.ca.

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