Incentives and Capital Investments – Manager in Vancouver

Join EY’s Incentives and Capital Investments practice in Vancouver and build expertise across Canada’s evolving tax credit, funding and investment incentive landscape. As a Manager, you’ll work with a diverse team of tax, audit, science and technology professionals and lead organizations across industries to unlock value from Clean Economy ITCs, manufacturing and processing tax credits, capital investments, government grants and SRED incentives.

Your key responsibilities:

• Review client financial, operational, and project information to identify opportunities across Clean Economy ITCs, manufacturing and processing tax credits, capital asset reviews, government funding, and other incentive programs.
• Assess expenditures and investments for eligibility, including CCA classification and accelerated depreciation opportunities.
• Interpret tax legislation, program guidelines, case law, and administrative policy and apply them to complex client situations.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, operations teams, and industry specialists to assess technical projects, manufacturing activities, capital investments, and innovation against incentive requirements.
• Review and prepare technical analyses, incentive assessments, cost workbooks, memoranda, client presentations, and audit-ready documentation.
• Support clients through government reviews, audits, and compliance matters, including responding to information requests and defending filing positions.
• Manage multiple client engagements, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery while coaching and developing staff and senior team members.
• Stay current on legislative, tax authority, and government funding developments and identify emerging opportunities for clients.
• Identify opportunities for additional specialty tax and advisory services and contribute to business development, thought leadership, training, and practice growth.
• Maintain a collaborative, professional approach and protect the confidentiality of client information and work products.

Skills and attributes for success:

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple engagements, priorities, and deadlines.
• A structured, analytical approach with strong attention to detail and quality.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex matters into clear, practical insights.
• A collaborative, motivated approach and commitment to developing your technical and industry knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Typically, 4 or more years’ experience in SRED or Canadian Corporate tax.
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, law or another relevant discipline.
• A professional accounting or legal credential, such as CPA, CPA In-depth Tax Course, Master’s in Taxation or Master of Tax Law.
• Experience in Clean Economy ITCs, manufacturing and processing tax credits e.g. C3i, Atlantic Investment Tax Credit, BC Manufacturing & Processing Investment Tax Credit, and or grants.

We’re looking for individuals who are energized by the opportunity to work in a space shaped by innovation, policy and evolving business needs. You bring a collaborative mindset, a strong sense of ownership and a desire to contribute to a team helping organizations invest in research, technology and a more sustainable future. You’re curious and motivated to build expertise in areas like SRED and clean economy incentives, and you’re comfortable navigating complexity to uncover value for clients. You’re also confident sharing your perspective, bringing ideas forward and helping drive work to impact. If you’re looking to grow in a dynamic, forward-looking environment, you’ll thrive here.

What we offer you:

• 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 to 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 discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, 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.
• 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.

Inclusiveness is at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis, nationally as we strive towards reconciliation.