Director, R&D Tax Credits

Jobot; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Discretionary performance bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) plan with profit-sharing

FSA and HSA

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Director, R&D Tax Credits in Bethesda, MD to lead a high-impact practice, advise innovative clients, mentor top talent, drive growth, and ensure technical excellence in a collaborative environment with strong leadership visibility.

You will oversee federal and state R&D tax credit studies across industries, act as the technical SME on IRC Section 41, identify qualifying activities, scope engagements, review calculations and deliverables, and help expand client relationships.

Qualifications

• Expertise in federal and state R&D tax credits.
• Experience leading multi-industry R&D tax credit engagements.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage federal and state R&D tax credit studies across multiple industries.
• Serve as a technical SME on IRC Section 41 and related tax credit regulations.
• Identify, evaluate, and document qualifying research activities and expenditures.
• Scope engagements and assess potential credit opportunities.
• Conduct technical interviews with engineers and client personnel.
• Review tax credit calculations, workpapers, narratives, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain supporting documentation for credit claims.

Skills

IRC Section 41 knowledge

Leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Job description

Director, R&D Tax Credits

$200000 - $230000 per year | Bethesda, MD | On-site | Permanent

Lead a high-impact R&D Tax Credits practice where you'll advise innovative clients, mentor top talent, drive business growth, and leverage your technical expertise in a flexible, collaborative environment with significant leadership visibility!

A bit about us:

A leading professional services organization providing specialized tax, accounting, and advisory solutions to clients across diverse industries. The organization is committed to technical excellence, innovation, professional development, and delivering exceptional value through collaborative client relationships and industry-leading expertise.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary: $200,000 - $230,000 annually
• Discretionary performance bonus opportunity
• Hybrid work environment
• Opportunity to lead and grow a specialized R&D Tax Credits practice
• Exposure to federal and state tax credit programs
• Significant client-facing and business development responsibilities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Basic Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) plan and Profit-Sharing program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness programs
• Inclusive parental leave benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid company holidays
• Professional development and training programs
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Community and volunteer opportunities
• Leadership and mentorship opportunities

Job Details

• Lead and manage federal and state R&D Tax Credit studies across multiple industries
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert on IRC Section 41 and related tax credit regulations
• Identify, evaluate, and document qualifying research activities and expenditures
• Scope prospective engagements and assess potential credit opportunities
• Conduct and oversee technical interviews with engineers, developers, scientists, and client personnel
• Lead quantitative analyses of qualified research expenses, including wages, supplies, and contract research costs
• Review tax credit calculations, workpapers, narratives, technical memorandums, and client deliverables
• Develop and review technical documentation supporting credit claims and substantiation
• Perform advanced tax research involving federal and state R&D tax credit matters
• Advise clients regarding audit defense, examination support, and documentation best practices
• Stay current on legislative, regulatory, judicial, and administrative developments
• Collaborate with tax professionals across multiple practice areas to identify client opportunities
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing, timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Mentor, coach, and develop managers, seniors, and associates
• Participate in client presentations, proposals, webinars, training sessions, and thought leadership initiatives
• Support business development efforts and generate new growth opportunities
• Assist clients with energy tax credits and other business incentive programs when applicable
• Collaborate with State & Local Tax professionals on multi-disciplinary engagements

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