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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailWe are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. Youll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. Theres no one like you and thats why theres nowhere like RSM.
Step into a role where your talent and motivation are not only recognized but are also essential. We invite skilled Engineers Technologists Scientists and technically adept professionals to join our exceptional Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) team. As a SR&ED consultant you will play an integral role towards advancing our clients innovative research initiatives. You will assist a variety of clients with their SR&ED claims and become a trusted advisor through providing insightful best practices and immersing yourself in the diverse industries of our client base.
At RSM we combine the resources of a large professional services firm with the personalized tailored approach and team centric structure of a boutique SR&ED practice to deliver premium quality work while ensuring an outstanding client experience. We have cultivated an inclusive environment of teamwork accountability ongoing education and flexibility where team members can work inoffice hybrid or fully remote.
Responsibilities:
We are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate with expertise in accounting and tax to join our SR&ED team
Develop an understanding of clients business and become a functional expert in the area
Research and write tax advice opinion and position memorandums
Develop and sustain excellent client relationships through personal attention and timeliness of service by maintaining regular contact with assigned clients communicate directly with client personnel including operations finance accounting and engineering
Assist in managing and implementing multiple projects simultaneously which include technical discussions with clients computations analysis data gathering and coordination of resources
Provides timely high quality client service that meets or exceeds client expectations
Ensures professional development through ongoing education and obtaining additional certifications as appropriate
Help drive the success of multiple CIM engagements primarily related to Accounting Methods & Periods (SMP) Federal Credit or Incentives studies (FCI) and Tangible Property Services (TPS) as appropriate
Contribute as industry expert by keeping abreast of changes in industry regulation maintain competency through continuing education and obtaining additional professional certifications
Required Qualifications:
SR&ED Experience: Minimum of 12 years of experience claiming SR&ED tax credits and claim defense
Academic & Professional Background: A solid foundation in Accounting/Tax or related field in public accounting and/or industry. Undergraduate university degree in business (accounting tax or corporate finance) or equivalent
Software: Proficient using TaxPrep/iFirm and MS Office (Word Excel Outlook)
ClientCentric Approach: Outstanding client service abilities complemented by superior communication skills.
Collaborative Spirit: Ability to flourish in both autonomous and teambased environments contributing to collective goals and milestones.
Quality Focus: A selfstarter who is detail orientated with a steadfast commitment to upholding quality and excellence in every project undertaken.
Adaptability to Dynamic Environment: Possess the capabilities to excel and adapt within a dynamic fastpaced workplace while navigating complex tasks to deliver highest quality work to clients.
Time Management Expertise: To effectively provide an outstanding client experience it is essential to have the ability to juggle multiple client assignments prioritize tasks and work autonomously to meet deadlines.
Interpersonal Skills: This role requires effective verbal and written communications and the ability to work professionally with other individuals and groups ranging from RSM colleagues to client stakeholders to accounting partners and to leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Academic & Professional Background: MPAcc or equivalent and/or CPA preferred but not required.
Software: Proficient in other tax preparation software ProFile TaxCycle CanTax or others
Provincial: Experience claiming Alberta Innovation Employment Grant (IEG) and/or Quebec R&D credit
Tax Incentives: Experience with and/or interest in learning more about other Canadian tax incentive programs federally and provincially
Language: Bilingualism (English/French) would be an asset
Location: Role is National although preferences will be given to candidates located in Alberta British Columbia Montreal or Ottawa
At RSM we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our offer flexibility in your schedule empowering you to balance lifes demands while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada/careers/lifeatrsm/.
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At RSM an employees pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including but not limited to education skills work experience certifications location etc. As such pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $110500 $188000Individualsselected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Full-Time