Senior Manager

Overview At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.

The Tax Incentives team is looking for an accountant at the manager level to join its team at KPMG’s Montreal office. The practice brings together a multidisciplinary group of engineers, scientists, accountants, and tax professionals who support clients in achieving tax savings through incentive programs such as the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program and clean economy tax credits.

The team provides specialized consulting services to businesses across all sectors, helping them optimize SR&ED claims and access other federal and provincial tax incentive programs throughout the full engagement lifecycle.

What You Will Do

• Review, analyze, and document client financial records to support SR&ED claims and other federal and provincial incentives
• Assess project eligibility and develop defensible financial positions in accordance with SR&ED program guidelines
• Prepare and review working files supporting financial positions and the calculation of federal and provincial tax credits
• Plan, manage, and execute multiple engagements simultaneously, on time and on budget
• Develop and manage client relationships while interacting with engagement teams and tax authorities
• Conduct research, analysis, and draft memos on tax issues related to incentives, including cost‑benefit considerations
• Stay informed on tax legislation, case law, and emerging trends related to the SR&ED program and other incentive regimes
• Lead internal initiatives to improve operational efficiency and supervise, coach, and support team members

What You Bring To The Role

• Minimum of five years of professional accounting experience
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in a relevant field
• Experience with tax incentive programs and government funding within a professional services environment is an asset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet delivery objectives in a deadline‑driven environment
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Professional judgment and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, colleagues, and leadership

This position requires written and oral fluency in English because it involves interpretation and application of English standards, guidance, laws and regulations, servicing of English-speaking clients located across Canada and collaboration with English Speaking colleagues located outside of Quebec.

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.

AI Usage We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.

We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.