Senior Consultant, Credits and Incentives

DuCharme, McMillen & Associates; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP eligibility

Parental leave

Generous PTO

Benefit plans

Job summary

DuCharme, McMillen & Associates is seeking a Senior Tax Consultant, Credits & Incentives to support and execute incentive opportunities for diverse clients. You will perform advanced research, analyze programs, and prepare supporting materials, collaborating with managers to ensure quality delivery.

The role involves guiding junior staff, coordinating with internal teams and officials, and maintaining current knowledge of incentive regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in credits and incentives, property tax consulting, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and support credits and incentives projects for DMA clients.
• Conduct research and analysis of state, local, federal, and utility incentive programs.
• Prepare documentation, applications, and supporting materials related to incentive opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams and assist in interactions with clients and economic development officials.
• Support project execution by managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of work-in-process (WIP) reports.
• Support client meetings and presentations as needed.
• Assist in evaluating incentive opportunities for existing and prospective clients.
• Maintain working knowledge of credits and incentives programs, regulations, and trends.
• Assist in researching and addressing technical or project-related issues.
• Provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

3+ years of experience in credits and incentives or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As an employee-owned company, DMA prioritizes employees. Low turnover rates and tenured teams are living proof:

• - 2026 Great Places to Work Certified
• - Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution is targeted at 6% of your annual compensation)
• - Company paid parental leave
• - Generous time off package
• - Multiple benefit plans (https://dmainc.com/careers/benefits/us/), eligibility begins on day one of employment
• - Culturally focused on work/life balance, and the overall wellness of our employees

Position Summary

The Senior Tax Consultant, Credits & Incentives supports and participates in credits and incentives procurement projects for DMA clients and provides related consulting services. This role is responsible for advanced research, analysis, and execution of incentive opportunities, with exposure to complex projects across multiple industries, including data center and power-related engagements. The Senior Tax Consultant works closely with managers and senior leaders, contributes to client delivery, and supports the development of junior team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• - Participate in and support credits and incentives projects for DMA clients
• - Conduct research and analysis of state, local, federal, and utility incentive programs
• - Prepare documentation, applications, and supporting materials related to incentive opportunities
• - Coordinate with internal teams and assist in interactions with clients and economic development officials
• - Support project execution by managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables
• - Assist with preparation and maintenance of work-in-process (WIP) reports
• - Support client meetings and presentations as needed
• - Assist in evaluating incentive opportunities for existing and prospective clients
• - Maintain working knowledge of credits and incentives programs, regulations, and trends
• - Assist in researching and addressing technical or project-related issues
• - Provide informal guidance and support to junior team members
• - Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

• - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• - 3+ years of experience in credits and incentives, property tax consulting, or a related discipline
• - Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• - Effective verbal and written communication skills
• - Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• - Valid driver’s license

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• - Work Schedule: Regular, 40 hours/week
• - Travel: Less than 10%
• - Physical Activity:
• - Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds
• - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• - Travel as required

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