Senior R&D Tax Credit Associate (Hybrid)

EisnerAmper LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EisnerAmper is seeking a qualified R&D tax credits professional to join our tax team in a role that partners with senior management to guide engagements from scoping to final deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in public accounting or corporate tax, with strong research and writing skills and CPA or JD/LL.M. preferred. This position supports collaboration and professional growth within a leading advisory firm.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in public accounting or corporate tax, specifically working on R&D tax credits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience advising on tax credit engagements and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Managers, Directors, and Partners on all phases of R&D credit engagements, including scoping, engagement setup, client communications, project execution, and final deliverables
• Delegate tasks and review work performed by junior staff, aligning responsibilities with their experience and development goals
• Conduct research on R&D tax credit statutes, IRS regulations, and relevant case law to support client positions
• Assist in gathering and analyzing client documentation, including financial records and technical project data
• Perform research credit calculations and contribute to the preparation of detailed technical reports
• Draft and review descriptions of qualified research activities to substantiate tax credit claims
• Participate in client interviews and site visits to identify and document eligible R&D activities

Skills

R&D tax credits

Microsoft Office

Education

CPA

JD or Tax LL.M.

Job description

EisnerAmper is seeking a qualified R&D tax credits professional to join our tax team in a role that partners with senior management to guide engagements from scoping to final deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in public accounting or corporate tax, with strong research and writing skills and CPA or JD/LL.M. preferred. This position supports collaboration and professional growth within a leading advisory firm.