Our company:
At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.
Role and Objectives:
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Manager, Treasury, Tax & Risk is a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for overseeing the organization’s treasury management, tax compliance, and financial risk strategies. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role partners closely with the Controller and cross-functional leaders to ensure effective cash management, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation, while providing strategic insights to support business decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to support operational and strategic needs
- Oversee investment activities, including GICs and other short-term instruments
- Administer and monitor derivative instruments and hedging strategies to mitigate financial risk
- Provide recommendations on capital deployment and cash management strategies
- Forecast, calculate, and monitor compliance with banking covenants, including preparation of periodic covenant calculations and timely reporting to lenders in accordance with financing agreements
- Act as the internal subject matter expert on Canadian and U.S. sales tax (GST/HST, PST, and state-level taxes)
- Monitor and communicate changes in tax legislation and assess business impacts
- Provide guidance on tax treatment of complex transactions, including cross-border activities
- Coordinate with external advisors on the preparation and filing of corporate income tax returns
- Manage tax instalments and support tax planning initiatives
- Lead the annual insurance renewal process, including data preparation, coverage analysis, and negotiations with brokers and insurers
- Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g., Safety & Compliance) to identify, assess, and mitigate organizational risks
- Maintain and enhance risk management frameworks, including financial and operational risk exposures
- Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and risk transfer strategies are in place
- Provide leadership and oversight to the Innovation Funding & Incentives team
- Establish priorities, monitor performance, and support team development
- Drive continuous improvement in processes related to funding programs, claims, and compliance
- Oversee performance bonding requirements and related financial instruments
- Manage import/export-related taxes, including duties such as softwood lumber tariffs
- Support strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects as a finance subject matter expert
- Contribute to the development of policies, controls, and best practices across treasury, tax, and risk
Requirements:
- CPA designation or equivalent required
- 8–12+ years of progressive experience in finance, with a focus on treasury, tax, or risk management
- Experience in a manufacturing or cross-border environment considered an asset
- Strong knowledge of Canadian tax regulations and familiarity with U.S. state tax frameworks
- Experience managing banking relationships, cash forecasting, and financial instruments
- Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders
- Anticipates financial risks and opportunities, providing forward-looking insights to leadership
- Brings an enterprise-wide lens to decision-making, beyond functional silos
- Applies strong professional judgment to complex, ambiguous situations (e.g., tax treatment, hedging decisions, regulatory interpretation)
- Stays current on evolving legislation, financial instruments, and industry practices
- Effective communication and stakeholder management
- Translates technical concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-finance stakeholders
- Ensures accuracy, timeliness, and completeness in all deliverables
- Maintains a high level of attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture
Compensation Package:
- Salary: $106,400 – $133,000 per year
- Location: Castlegar, BC
- Schedule: Monday – Friday
- Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
- Team building and social events.
- Training, development, and mentorship opportunities
- Opportunity to advance in your career.
- Work-life balance.
- A great culture where we truly value our employees.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.
About our Kootenay home:
Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?
Equal opportunity commitment:
Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Kalesnikoff’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.
Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal opportunity. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $106,400.00-$133,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Castlegar, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have strong knowledge of Canadian tax regulations and familiarity with U.S. state tax frameworks?
- Do you have experience managing banking relationships, cash forecasting, and financial instruments?
- Do you have at least 8 years of progressive experience in finance, with a focus on treasury, tax, or risk management?
- Do you have your Chartered Professional Accounting designation?
Work Location: In person
