Tax Manager – Amazon – Vancouver, BC
Location: Vancouver, BC | Company: Amazon
Amazon’s Canada Indirect Tax team is hiring a Tax Manager to lead indirect tax planning activities. In this strategic role, you’ll work directly with the Head of Canada Indirect Tax, helping set direction, solve complex tax issues, and contribute to national projects across Amazon’s diverse businesses.
This opportunity involves managing tax risks, providing technical and practical guidance on complex GST/HST/PST topics, and aligning tax strategy with Amazon’s operations in all sales tax provinces. Candidates with retail industry experience and strong analytical abilities will thrive in this role.
About the role: Tax Manager, Indirect Tax Planning
As a Tax Manager within the Indirect Tax Planning team, you’ll lead Canadian indirect tax projects across all Amazon businesses (except AWS). You’ll design and implement tax solutions, guide stakeholders, and help shape policy responses for changing legislation. Your responsibilities include tax planning, drafting memos, analyzing legislation, and collaborating with global tax teams.
You’ll also engage in internal process improvements, promote tax awareness, and contribute to compliance and controllership efforts. This role demands deep knowledge of Canadian tax law and the ability to communicate clearly with non-tax stakeholders, senior leaders, and government entities.
Benefits and Salary
This role includes a competitive total compensation package that reflects your experience and skills. Salary ranges from $89,200 to $149,000 CAD/year, plus eligibility for equity, sign-on payments, and a range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
Job Details
📌 Job Type: Tax / Finance & Global Business Services
📍 Location: Vancouver, BC
💰 Pay Range: $89,200 – $149,000 (based on experience and qualifications)
Requirements / Skills
- 5+ years in tax, finance, or analytical roles
- Experience in Canadian indirect tax planning (GST/HST/PST/QST)
- Strong ability to provide technical guidance on complex tax issues
- Background in public accounting firms or multinational corporations</strong>
- Comfortable with tax risk management, compliance, and legislative analysis
- Excellent communication with non-tax stakeholders
How to Apply
If you’re a tax expert with a passion for solving complex issues in a fast-paced environment, apply now through Amazon’s official careers site:
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Job Summary & Tips for Applying
This position is perfect for professionals with deep expertise in Canadian indirect tax planning. You’ll influence Amazon’s compliance, systems, and policy implementation in an impactful role.
When applying, highlight your technical tax skills, ability to explain tax matters to non-tax stakeholders, and your experience working in large organizations or public firms. Emphasize your capacity to lead cross-functional projects and draft detailed tax memos.
Candidates who are proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment will stand out. Understanding legislative changes and their impact on operations is a major plus.