Senior Tax Accountant

Location: Remote - West Coast

Compensation: The full salary range for this position is $60,000-$85,000 annually. The anticipated starting pay will be determined by factors such as skills, experience, and organizational considerations. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.

Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is one of the largest global automotive retailers providing a wide array of products and services throughout the ownership lifecycle with a vision to modernize personal transportation solutions wherever, whenever, and however consumers desire. With a mission of "Growth Powered by People," we are propelled by our colleagues and preferred by our customers, making Lithia & Driveway the leading automotive retailer in each of our markets. Our success is fueled by four core values: earning customers for life, improving constantly, taking personal ownership, and having fun. Our entrepreneurial, high-performance culture sets us apart, and our philosophy is straightforward: assemble a team of passionate individuals and cultivate an environment that empowers colleagues to excel. We’d love to have you join us on our journey!

The Senior Tax Accountant manages Canadian indirect tax compliance, supports U.S. sales and use tax audits, and drives process improvements within the tax function. This role also contributes to cross-functional projects that enhance overall tax compliance and efficiency. Strong communication skills are essential for explaining technical tax issues to diverse audiences.

What You'll Do

• Review and file Canadian GST/HST, PST, Luxury Tax, and other indirect tax returns accurately and on time.
• Reconcile tax accounts, verify data accuracy, and maintain supporting documentation.
• Monitor changes in Canadian indirect tax laws and recommend process or system updates.
• Manage U.S. and Canadian indirect tax audits, including data gathering, analysis, responses, and acting as the primary contact for auditors and advisors. Prepare defense files, assess findings, and support negotiations or resolutions.
• Conduct tax research and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Implement corrective actions and process improvements to reduce audit risk and strengthen controls.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve indirect tax reporting, reconciliation, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, and IT teams to improve data quality, streamline tax processes, and maintain strong controls.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of tax processes to ensure compliance with company policies and audit standards.
• Support ad hoc projects, including tax research, process improvements, and system integrations.
• Assist with tax risk assessments and advise on indirect tax impacts of new products, transactions, or business models.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA designation or progress toward CPA preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in corporate or indirect tax compliance, with exposure to Canadian GST/HST/PST and U.S. sales & use tax.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. indirect tax regulations, audit procedures, and compliance best practices, including tax research and documentation.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and tax compliance tools preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate results under tight deadlines.

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 

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