EY Montreal - Business Tax Incentives Senior Staff 

Canada, Quebec, Montreal 

722563395

As a BTI, Sustainability Senior, you will develop deep expertise in tax policy and gain a comprehensive understanding of the business and economic drivers shaping Canada’s clean energy transition. You will play a key role in helping companies navigate and maximize the Government of Canada’s Clean Economy Investment Tax Credits - ITCs, including the Clean Technology ITC, enacted on June 21, 2024. Additionally, you will leverage your knowledge of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development – SRED - tax incentive program to assist clients in identifying eligible Research and Development activities that can further enhance their tax strategies. In this role, you will work with clients to assess project eligibility, optimize tax strategies, and contribute to the broader impact of advancing clean energy initiatives across Canada.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with an accounting degree and a few years of relevant work experience who wants to continue their career working with new technologies and innovative companies.

Core elements of the role include

• Participating in scoping sessions to identify eligible SRED projects and expenditures.
• Preparing qualifying expenditure summaries and assisting with tax submissions.
• Reviewing project cost summaries for accuracy and classifying costs into appropriate Capital Cost Allowance – CCA - classes.
• Consulting with engineers and aligning technical details with tax classifications
• Drafting technical analyses and legislative references to support client tax positions.
• Managing client expectations, delivering high-quality services, and meeting strict deadlines while leading reviews with the Canada Revenue Agency.
• Keeping updated on trends and legislative developments and contributing to thought leadership materials
• Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in client relationships and identifying opportunities for additional specialty tax services.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, law or another relevant discipline.
• 2 or more years’ experience in SRED or Canadian Corporate tax.
• A professional accounting or legal credential such as CPA, CPA In-depth Tax Course, Master’s in Taxation or Master of Tax Law is an asset.
• A high level of motivation and a commitment to learning in a tax technology environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with a proven ability to consistently meet tight deadlines.
• A process-oriented nature and excellent documentation skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.