Manager - SR&ED (Finance & Tax)

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Step into a role where your talent and motivation are not only recognized but are also essential. We invite skilled Engineers, Technologists, Scientists, and technically adept professionals to join our exceptional Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) team. As a SR&ED consultant, you will play an integral role towards advancing our clients’ innovative research initiatives. You will assist a variety of clients with their SR&ED claims and become a trusted advisor through providing insightful best practices and immersing yourself in the diverse industries of our client base.

At RSM, we combine the resources of a large professional services firm with the personalized, tailored approach and team centric structure of a boutique SR&ED practice to deliver premium quality work while ensuring an outstanding client experience. We have cultivated an inclusive environment of teamwork, accountability, ongoing education, and flexibility work arrangement.

Responsibilities:

We are looking for a Manager with expertise in accounting and tax to join our SR&ED team:

• Expert Consultation: Leading complex SR&ED tax incentive claims, including the Clean Economy Investment Tax Credits, and assist with review of claims as required. Maintaining regular contact with assigned clients – communicating directly with client personnel in operations, finance, accounting, payroll, and engineering – and their accountants to gather relevant information to prepare project costing and complete tax return input.

• Client Partnership: Cultivate strong relationships with clients to uncover SR&ED opportunities, offering bespoke consultation and support throughout the SR&ED claim lifecycle. Meet with clients in-person and virtually to establish engagement plans, assist with evaluation of eligible activities, and gather supporting documentation. Provide timely, high quality client service that meets or exceeds their expectations.

• Technical Collaboration: Partner with our adept technical team to identify eligible costs, formulate strategic plans, and guarantee a seamless claims process. Enhance the SR&ED claim journey for clients, implementing streamlined approaches that ensure efficiency as client satisfaction is paramount.

• Claim Defense: Be the advocate for your assigned clients in interactions with Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and provincial bodies to work in our client’s best interest, leading them through the FTCAS or Review/Audit process, gather and submit requested information and documents, and attending CRA or provincial meetings.

• Financial Advisory: Offer specialized advice on tax credits and deductions, ensuring alignment with clients’ fiscal goals and optimizing financial gains. Stay abreast of changes to SR&ED federal and provincial programs and other relevant tax incentives. Comfortable with research as required, reviewing the Income Tax Act, CRA policies, and relevant case law.

• Business Insights: Cultivate a comprehensive understanding of clients’ operational landscapes, leading multiple engagements to success with informed strategies. Stay up to date with relevant internal and external professional development, pursue ongoing education opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• SR&ED Experience: We seek candidates with 2-5+ years previous experience claiming SR&ED tax credits (including the Clean Economy Investment Tax Credits) and claim defense.

• Academic & Professional Background: A solid foundation in Accounting/Tax or related field, in public accounting and/or industry. Undergraduate university degree in business (accounting, tax, or corporate finance) or equivalent

• Software: Proficient using TaxPrep/iFirm and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Client-Centric Approach: Outstanding client service abilities, complemented by superior communication skills.

• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to flourish in both autonomous and team-based environments, contributing to collective goals and milestones.

• Quality Focus: A self-starter who is detail orientated with a steadfast commitment to upholding quality and excellence in every project undertaken.

• Adaptability to Dynamic Environment: Possess the capabilities to excel and adapt within a dynamic, fast-paced workplace while navigating complex tasks to deliver highest quality work to clients.

• Time Management Expertise: To effectively provide an outstanding client experience, it is essential to have the ability to juggle multiple client assignments, prioritize tasks, and work autonomously to meet deadlines.

• Interpersonal Skills: This role requires effective verbal and written communications and the ability to work professionally with other individuals and groups, ranging from RSM colleagues, to client stakeholders, to accounting partners, and to leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic & Professional Background: MPAcc or equivalent, and/or CPA designation for Manager level role, preferred but not required.

• Software: Proficient in other tax preparation software – ProFile, TaxCycle, CanTax, or others

• Provincial: Experience claiming Alberta Innovation Employment Grant (IEG) and/or Quebec R&D credit

• Tax Incentives: Experience with and/or interest in learning more about other Canadian tax incentive programs, federally and provincially

• Language: Bilingualism (English/French) would be an asset

• Location: Role is National, although preference will be given to candidates located in Alberta, British Columbia, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, or Kitchener

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

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Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.