Manager- Tax Incentive Practice

KPMG LLP Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Montreal is seeking a Manager for its Tax Incentives team. This role involves managing client relationships and optimizing tax savings through government programs. Candidates should have at least 5 years of professional accounting experience, a strong understanding of tax incentives, and excellent communication skills in both English and French. The position offers a collaborative environment with a focus on integrity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Experience with tax incentive programs and government funding.
• Excellent command of English and French.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and document client financial records.
• Manage, plan, organize, and execute multiple assignments.
• Develop and manage client relationships at various levels.

Skills

Professional accounting experience

Tax incentive program expertise

Client relationship management

Strong communication skills

Time management

Job description

Overview

At KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

The Tax Incentives team is looking for a manager to join its team at KPMG's Montreal office. The practice brings together a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, accountants, and tax experts who help our clients achieve tax savings through various tax incentive programs, such as the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program and clean economy tax credits.

Our team offers specialized consulting services to help businesses in all sectors optimize and maximize their SR&ED claims and other incentives available through various federal and provincial programs.

What you will do

• Stay informed about tax legislation, case law, and trends related to the SR&ED program.
• Review, analyze, and document client financial records to support SR&ED tax credit claims and other government incentives, in accordance with established processes.
• Assess project eligibility and formulate sound financial positions to support eligible expenses in accordance with SR&ED program guidelines.
• Assist in the preparation and review of working files to support financial positions and the calculation of federal and provincial tax credits.
• Manage, plan, organize, and execute multiple assignments simultaneously, on time and on budget.
• Develop and manage client relationships and expectations at various levels.
• Interact with clients, engagement teams, and tax authorities.
• Conduct research, analysis, and write memos on a wide variety of tax issues related to incentives.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses of assignments and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead internal projects to develop tools, models, and reports to improve operational efficiency.
• Support clients throughout the assignment, from preparing applications to defending them during audits and final review.
• Supervise and coach team members.

What you bring to the role

• Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience.
• Experience with tax incentive programs and government funding in a professional services firm.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong time management and self‑motivation skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and consistently meet delivery objectives.
• Ability to interact professionally with colleagues, management, and clients.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to understand client business.
• Excellent command of the English language is required for this role to ensure fluid communication with English speaking clients as well as maintain collaboration with existing teams outside of Quebec. The incumbent will also be required to draft and interpret legal laws in French as well as English.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best

Our Values, The KPMG Way

Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process

At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.