Manager, R&D (Costing)

ROSS; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Ottawa is seeking a Manager in R&D specializing in cost accounting for SR&ED tax incentive claims. You will assess client projects for tax incentives and prepare necessary documentation. Ideal candidates have a CA, CMA, or CGA designation, with over 2 years of SR&ED experience. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with SR&ED tax claims.
• Strong client focus and orientation towards achievement.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Examine client products and operations for income tax incentives.
• Assess SR&ED activities and expenditures.
• Prepare documentation to file SR&ED claims.

Skills

Communication skills

Client focus

Teamwork

Education

Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree in science or engineering

CA, CMA or CGA designation

Job description

Manager, R&D – Costing

Our client is one of Canada’s leading professional services firms that provide audit, tax, consulting and financial advisory services to Canadian and international companies through their exceptional team of accounting professionals.

As a Manager in the R&D group, you will use your knowledge of cost accounting and accounting information systems to offer outstanding service dealing with Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentive claims. You will play an integral role in the costing component of fieldwork engagements as you work with a team of skilled tax professionals, scientists and engineers on multi‑functional, cross‑office basis representing new and existing clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine client products and operations to determine which qualify for income tax incentives, and what appropriate methodology would maximize such incentives.
• Assess SR&ED activities and expenditures within all client R&D projects.
• Prepare all necessary documentation to file an SR&ED claim on behalf of our clients.
• Assist with research and correspondence with the tax authorities to address any review issues.

Qualifications

• CA, CMA or CGA designation
• 2+ years experience with SR&ED tax claims
• Post‑Secondary Diploma/Degree in science or engineering an asset
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong client focus and orientation towards achievement
• Excellent teamwork skills

If you are a Tax Professional interested in getting more information on these or other TAX opportunities across Canada, confidentially forward your resume to Alan Kwan via [e-mail]