Core Tax Incentives Manager – Technical

Opportunity

How you will contribute

• Assess technical eligibility of client projects and assets for SR&ED and clean economy ITCs, including eligible property, processes, and project scope.
• Prepare SR&ED narratives explaining technological uncertainty, systematic investigation, and technological advancement.
• Review project financial summaries and assess eligibility of employee, subcontractor, materials, and capital costs.
• Research tax legislation and guidance; draft technical analysis, legislative references, conclusions, and client tax memo support.
• Interview clients and technical teams onsite or remotely for T661 filings and ITC submissions.
• Collect claim documentation and manage claims through completion and client and practice-leader sign-off.
• Support clients through CRA technical reviews and audits, technical discussions, site visits, and correspondence.
• Coach junior staff and review work; track legislative, tax authority, and program changes.
• Identify specialty-tax opportunities, contribute to thought leadership, attend sales and business development meetings, and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or science, including listed engineering disciplines and chemistry, physics, or biology, or a related discipline.
• At least five years of progressive experience in SR&ED, Canadian clean economy ITCs, or other government incentive programs.
• Working knowledge of related legislation, CRA eligibility criteria including Form T661, and CRA technical review processes; Canadian corporate tax experience is valued.
• Experience managing client engagements and leading teams of tax professionals.
• Strong tax research, analytical, communication, project management, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience managing engagement economics, including budgeting, staffing, and client billing; demonstrated business development and relationship management capabilities.
• Advanced Excel and tax technology proficiency are preferred.
• Self-motivated, collaborative problem-solver comfortable working independently, navigating complexity, and adapting to evolving innovation and policy needs.

Growth and benefits

• Professional growth is tied to performance, with meaningful hands-on work, development opportunities, mentorship, and coaching.
• The employer describes comprehensive benefits and wellbeing resources.

Compensation

• Salary range is $125,000–$175,000 annually, dependent on factors including education, experience, skills, and geography.
• A discretionary bonus program is based on factors including individual and firm performance.