IT & Innovation Consultant, SR&ED

Baker Tilly Canada; Windsor; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Canada is seeking an IT & Innovation Consultant, SR&ED to join our team in Windsor. Lead client interviews, identify SR&ED eligible activities, and document uncertainties, hypotheses, experiments, and results for senior review.

You will draft clear narratives, gather supporting evidence, and coordinate with the SR&ED costing team to tie activities to personnel and expenditures, while supporting internal automation initiatives and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems or a related tech field.
• 1–3 years in software development, systems analysis, QA, technical support, data, or automation.
• Ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentation for diverse readers.
• Experience discussing technical problems with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead client interviews with developers, project managers, and business owners to gather technical information.
• Identify software activities that may qualify under Canada’s SR&ED program.
• Document hypotheses, experiments, and results with clear narratives.
• Draft narratives and project descriptions for senior review.
• Organize project evidence such as plans, tickets, designs, tests, and logs.
• Work with SR&ED costing to connect activities with personnel, timelines, and expenditures.
• Assist claim preparation, filing, and QA procedures.
• Support CRA responses under guidance of senior consultants.
• Build knowledge of the Canadian SR&ED program and maintain client relationships.
• Collaborate with internal teams on automation opportunities and process improvements.

Skills

Technical documentation

Client interviewing

Structured conversations

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Python

JavaScript

SQL

APIs

Cloud platforms

Git

Low-code tools

Job description

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now, for tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for an IT & Innovation Consultant, SR&ED to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

Your role:

SR&ED Client And Technical Documentation Responsibilities

• Lead client interviews with developers, technical leads, project managers, and business owners, asking clear follow‑up questions to gather complete and accurate technical information.
• Learn to identify software development activities that may qualify under Canada’s SR&ED program.
• Assist in documenting technological uncertainties, hypotheses, experiments, iterations, and results.
• Draft clear technical narratives and supporting project descriptions for review by senior team members.
• Gather and organize supporting evidence such as project plans, tickets, design documents, test results, development logs, and source‑control records.
• Work with the SR&ED costing team to connect technical activities with project personnel, timelines, and expenditures.
• Assist with claim preparation, file organization, deadline tracking, and quality‑control procedures.
• Support responses to CRA technical questions and reviews under the guidance of senior consultants.
• Research CRA SR&ED guidance and develop knowledge of the Canadian SR&ED program.
• Build positive working relationships with clients and provide responsive, professional service.

Internal Automation And Innovation Responsibilities

• Assist our internal developer with automation projects during periods of lower SR&ED workload, particularly following the tax season.
• Help document existing workflows, gather user requirements, and identify practical automation opportunities.
• Support the development, configuration, testing, and rollout of internal tools and process improvements.
• Assist with AI‑enabled workflows, integrations, scripts, data handling, and knowledge‑management initiatives, based on experience and project needs.
• Prepare user documentation, testing notes, process maps, and training materials.
• Work with finance, HR, administration, tax, and other internal teams to troubleshoot issues and improve adoption.
• Follow the firm’s privacy, security, change‑management, and documentation requirements.

What you bring to the table

• Degree or diploma in computer science, software engineering, information systems, computer engineering, data analytics, or a related technology discipline.
• One to three years of relevant experience in software development, systems analysis, quality assurance, technical support, business systems, data, or automation. Strong new graduates with relevant co‑op or project experience may also be considered.
• Working knowledge of software development lifecycles and the ability to understand and discuss technical problem‑solving.
• Demonstrated experience producing clear, accurate technical documentation for technical and non‑technical readers. Examples may include requirements documents, design documentation, test reports, research reports, implementation notes, technical procedures, or comparable professional or academic work.
• Ability to conduct structured conversations with clients and technical personnel, ask effective follow‑up questions, and explain technical matters clearly and professionally.
• Curiosity, attention to detail, sound organization, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Technical Experience That Would Be An Asset

• Experience with one or more of Python, JavaScript, SQL, APIs, cloud platforms, source control, or low‑code automation tools.
• Exposure to AI tools, process automation, data transformation, software testing, or application integration.
• Experience preparing technical documentation or interviewing users and developers.
• Previous exposure to SR&ED, tax incentives, public accounting, or professional services. Direct SR&ED experience is not required.

What Success Looks Like

• Technical information is gathered thoroughly and turned into clear, accurate claim documentation.
• The consultant develops sound judgment about SR&ED eligibility and supporting evidence.
• Clients and internal team members receive organized, responsive support.
• Internal automation projects are tested, documented, and implemented in a practical and sustainable way.

We offer a very competitive salary and benefits package based on experience and qualifications, as well as the opportunity to excel and advance your career in a dynamic public accounting environment.

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger - an ambitious, forward‑thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future.