Associate, Tax Equity Advisors, BDO Capital Advisors

BDO USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking an Associate, BDO Capital Advisors to support tax equity, tax credit transfers, and project finance transactions across renewables and infrastructure. You will perform due diligence, review data rooms, summarize findings, and assist with client deliverables while coordinating with internal teams and external advisors.

Responsibilities include market research, pipeline tracking, proposal support, and contributing to business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a polished/professional demeanor.
• Superior analytical and research skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Supports the execution and origination of tax credit transfer, tax equity, and related project finance engagements.
• Performs financial, tax, and business due diligence support including data room review and issue identification.
• Analyzes client financial data to identify trends, working capital considerations, liabilities, and risks.
• Builds and refines transaction analyses and supporting schedules with key assumptions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Travel flexibility

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Associate, BDO Capital Advisors supports tax equity, tax credit transfer, and other project finance transactions across renewable energy, infrastructure, housing, community development, and historic preservation. This role supports transaction execution by performing financial and business due diligence, reviewing and analyzing data room materials, summarizing key findings, and assisting with client deliverables. The Associate coordinates with internal engagement teams and external advisors to help advance deals through diligence and closing. This position contributes to business development efforts through market research, pipeline tracking, proposal support, and participation in networking activities.

Job Duties

• Supports the execution and the origination of tax credit transfer, tax equity, and similar project finance advisory engagements through workstreams and deliverable development
• Performs financial, tax, and business due diligence support, including data request tracking, data room review, and issue identification
• Analyzes client financial and operating information to identify historical and projected trends, working capital considerations, potential liabilities, and transaction risks
• Builds and refines transaction analyses and supporting schedules, including sensitivity analyses and key assumption documentation
• Drafts sections of diligence reports, presentations, client-ready materials and key findings
• Coordinates with external legal, tax, and advisory professionals to support deal execution milestones and information flow
• Reviews transaction documents and summarizes key terms, open items, and negotiation considerations for internal and client stakeholders
• Maintains engagement workplans, deliverable trackers, and internal status updates to support timely execution
• Supports business development efforts by completing market research, maintaining CRM/pipeline inputs, assisting with proposals, and preparing marketing materials
• Participates in networking and industry events to support relationship development and market visibility
• Provides guidance to junior team members on workpaper quality, analytical approaches, and deliverable formatting
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Coaches and reviews work performed by analysts, providing timely feedback and technical guidance

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, required
• Master of Business Administration, preferred

Experience

• Three (3) or more years of experience in tax equity, tax credit transfer, project finance, or a similar capital advisory role, required

License/Certifications

• FINRA Series 7/79 and 63 licenses, or in active pursuance of licensure (if not currently held, will be required shortly after hire), required

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required

Languages

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a polished/professional demeanor
• Superior analytical and research skills
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Comfort with ambiguity and fluid client situations
• Self-motivated with proactive follow-up skills; ability to work both independently and cohesively with colleagues and clients
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
• Ability to travel, as necessary

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $125,000 - $175,000

Maryland Range: $125,000 - $175,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $125,000 - $175,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well‑being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.

• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"