Senior Manager, Credits & Incentives

BDO Canada LLP; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

Flexible PTO

Wellbeing support

Job summary

BDO Canada LLP is seeking a Senior Manager to lead our Credits & Incentives engagements in Toronto. You will focus on Clean Economy tax credits, capital asset and manufacturing credits, and collaborate with clients to maximize funding opportunities.

You will mentor and coach a team, review complex expenditures, and advise on eligibility, filings, and program strategy. Strong communication and client-relations skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering, science or technology degree with 5+ years in energy, infrastructure, or manufacturing.
• Subject matter expert and leader in capital asset reviews and tax credit claims.
• Strong knowledge of Clean Economy Tax Credit programs and Canadian tax credits.
• Experience leading client engagements and coaching teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Credits & Incentives client engagements, focusing on Clean Economy tax credits and capital asset or manufacturing tax credits.
• Review and analyze capital asset acquisitions, construction, and installation costs to maximize tax credits.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and communicating recommendations and priorities.
• Communicate engagement progress and project priorities with clients and team members.
• Coach and develop team members to foster growth and technical excellence.

Skills

Capital asset reviews

Tax credits

Grants filings

Client engagements

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Science degree

Technology degree

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 Credits & Incentives team provides a comprehensive approach to helping clients access funding throughout critical stages of growth, from early-stage development through global expansion. Working closely with our clients, we develop funding roadmaps that align available tax credits, government incentives, and grant programs with their business objectives, growth strategies, and overall capitalization plans. Our team consists of more than 150 professionals across Canada, including engineers, software developers, scientists, technicians, tax and accounting specialists, and business consultants. Together, we help organizations identify, secure, and maximize funding opportunities through programs such as Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED), clean economy incentives, government grants, and other provincial and federal funding initiatives.

Senior Manager Responsibilities

• Lead and support Credits & Incentives client engagements, with a focus on the Clean Economy tax credits and capital asset or manufacturing tax credits.
• Review and analyze capital asset acquisitions, construction, and installation costs to identify qualified expenditures to maximize available tax credits.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and effectively communicating technical matters, recommendations, and engagement priorities.
• Effectively communicate with clients and team members regarding engagement progress, technical matters, and project priorities.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members while fostering professional growth and technical excellence.

How Do We Define Success for Your Role?

• You will develop a deep understanding of the industries BDO serves and contribute to the continued growth and advancement of the Credits & Incentives practice.
• You will ensure work is complete, accurate, and appropriately reviewed by maintaining the necessary technical knowledge and commitment to professional development.
• You will recommend and implement quality, process, and efficiency improvements across client engagements.
• You will actively engage with people leaders to support employee performance and development while identifying and attracting top talent.
• You will contribute to the firm's revenue growth by identifying opportunities to introduce clients to other BDO service lines and bring new clients to the firm.

Your Experience and Education

• You have an engineering, science or technology degree and experience in a related field of energy, infrastructure, manufacturing or real estate.
• You are a recognized subject matter expert and leader with 5+ years of experience supporting capital asset reviews, tax credit claims, grants filings, or related advisory services.
• You possess a strong understanding of the Clean Economy Tax Credit programs, manufacturing capital asset programs and the broader tax credit landscape in Canada.
• You have experience leading client engagements and coaching high‑performing teams.
• You value teamwork, client service, and delivering high-quality work.
• You demonstrate strong analytical, problem‑solving, project management, and communication skills.

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:

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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.