R&D Tax Incentive Analyst

Rsm-; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia invites applications for a role within the R&D Tax Incentive team in Sydney. You will assess client eligibility, prepare technical reports and costings, and apply tax legislation to client engagements while developing industry knowledge in technology, engineering and science.

This is a client-facing position requiring strong written communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage a portfolio with tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret law and provide reasoned arguments.
• Strong data processing skills; proficient with Microsoft Office; other tools beneficial.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Good business acumen and maturity to manage client relationships in real time.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assess client eligibility for the R&D Tax Incentive and identify qualifying activities and expenditure.
• Prepare R&D technical reports, costings, ATO schedules, claims and client correspondence.
• Analyse financial information, including P&L and balance sheets, to support R&D claims.
• Apply R&D Tax Incentive legislation and relevant income tax provisions to client engagements.
• Develop understanding of accounting and tax principles and industry knowledge to support claims.
• Build knowledge of technology, engineering and science to support clients' R&D claims.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including the Corporations Act 2001.
• Manage a portfolio of clients with deadlines, billing and cash collection targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through written and verbal communication.
• Support engagement delivery through file management, timesheets and coordination tasks.

Skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Data processing

Autonomy

Business acumen

Attention to detail

Education

Science/Engineering/IT/ICT/Commerce/Finance/Accounting/Law degree

Job description

RSM Australia invites applications for a role within the R&D Tax Incentive team in Sydney. You will assess client eligibility, prepare technical reports and costings, and apply tax legislation to client engagements while developing industry knowledge in technology, engineering and science.

This is a client-facing position requiring strong written communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage a portfolio with tight deadlines.