Manager, Indirect Tax Services

BDO Canada LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Flexible time off

Wellbeing reimbursement

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a Manager to join our Indirect Tax Services team. You will advise clients on GST/HST, QST, PST, and other indirect taxes across Canada, and lead advisory projects with a collaborative, entrepreneurial approach.

The successful candidate will have a CPA designation, at least 2 years of indirect tax experience, strong analytical and writing skills, and a client‑facing mindset. This role offers growth, mentorship, and a flexible, people‑first work culture.

Qualifications

• CPA designation or equivalent required or strongly preferred.
• GST/HST In-Depth Tax Course is a strong asset.
• Minimum 2 years of progressive indirect tax experience in public accounting, law firm, industry, or government.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on GST/HST, QST, PST, Carbon Taxes, Luxury Tax, and other indirect taxes across Canadian jurisdictions.
• Provide indirect tax guidance in connection with acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, restructurings, and other strategic transactions.
• Research complex indirect tax issues and develop practical, risk-based solutions tailored to client needs.
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, tax opinions, ruling requests, client correspondence, and advisory deliverables.
• Support clients in interactions with tax authorities, including audits and examinations.
• Collaborate with Tax, Advisory and Assurance to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

CPA designation or equivalent

GST/HST In-Depth Tax Course asset

Job description

Putting people first, every day BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

BDO's Indirect Tax Services team helps clients navigate the complexities of GST/HST, QST, PST, Carbon Taxes, Luxury Tax, and other indirect tax matters across Canada. Our professionals work closely with privately held businesses, large corporations, and other organizations to provide practical tax solutions, support strategic business decisions, and manage tax risk in an evolving regulatory environment.

We are seeking a Manager to join our growing Indirect Tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional who is passionate about advisory work, enjoys solving complex tax issues, and is looking to further develop their leadership and client service skills within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on a broad range of indirect tax matters, including GST/HST, QST, PST, Carbon Taxes, Luxury Tax, and other indirect taxes across Canadian jurisdictions
• Provide indirect tax guidance in connection with business acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, restructurings, and other strategic transactions
• Research complex indirect tax issues and develop practical, risk-based solutions tailored to client needs
• Prepare and review technical memoranda, tax opinions, ruling requests, client correspondence, and other advisory deliverables
• Support clients in their interactions with tax authorities, including audits, examinations, objections, voluntary disclosures, and interpretive matters
• Collaborate with colleagues across Tax, Advisory, and Assurance practices to deliver integrated solutions for clients
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand service offerings and support practice growth
• Assist with the coaching, mentoring, and development of junior team members
• Monitor legislative and administrative developments affecting indirect taxes and communicate emerging implications to clients and internal teams

Success Metrics

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration
• You understand your clients' industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains, and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Experience and Education

You have completed your CPA designation or an equivalent professional designation.

Completion of CPA Canada's GST/HST In-Depth Tax Course is considered a strong asset.

You have a minimum of 2 years of progressive experience specializing in indirect taxes within a public accounting firm, law firm, industry, or government environment.

You possess strong technical knowledge of GST/HST, QST, PST, and other indirect tax regimes.

You have experience researching and resolving complex indirect tax issues for clients.

You demonstrate strong analytical, technical writing, problem-solving, and communication skills.

You value collaboration, client service excellence, and building long-term relationships.

You are committed to continuous learning and professional growth in the indirect tax field.

You embrace emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools and digital solutions, to enhance productivity, strengthen technical research, and improve quality and efficiency of client deliverables.

The expected compensation range for this position is $82,000 to $132,000 #LI-JG1

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.

We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.

We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose.

We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter:

• We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution.
• We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy.
• We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:

We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers.

We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone.

We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together.

Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible.

If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility:

All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place. Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

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Ready to make your mark at BDO?

When it comes to our people, we believe in helping you unlock possibilities, build your passions, and grow your competitive edge. From our expansive client base to growing talent pool, our people are the core of BDO. Our multi-award winning talent experience continues to make us proud. Our culture is open and collaborative. We foster inclusive ways to thinking and celebrate diversity among all contributors. We respect each other, do all things with integrity, and support our people to be their most authentic selves.