Specialized Tax Credits and Government Incentives (SR&ED), Senior Associate

PwC Canada offers a career in their tax credits and government incentives practice, where they assist clients in solving complex business issues related to tax credits. The Senior Associate will manage client relationships and engagements, conduct tax research, and contribute to the growth of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing tax credits and government incentives engagements from end-to-end, including identifying relevant programs applicable to clients’ projects and preparing tax forms, incentives applications and supporting documentation
• Conduct in-depth tax research, prepare technical positions, analyze, interpret and apply newly enacted or evolving tax legislation, translating it into practical client solutions (including federal clean economy investment tax credits, Quebec Incentive for the commercialization of innovations, C3I etc.)
• Assist in tax authorities’ audits and interactions
• Assist in managing a portfolio of clients, including direct communication, understanding business needs and proactive file follow-up while maintaining a high level of quality and professional standards
• Simplify complex messages and tax legislation, and communicate key insights clearly to diverse audiences
• Collaborate closely with other members of the team and other departments
• Contribute to the growth and development of the tax credits and government incentives practice, particularly in response to evolving tax measures and client needs
• Stay informed on global and local trends and their impact on clients to shape strategic perspectives

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or law
• Between 1-2 years of relevant experience in taxation (previous specialized experience in tax credits is not mandatory but considered an asset)
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret tax legislation
• Highly autonomous, proactive and capable of completing complex files from start to finish
• Strong advisory and client relationship skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a consulting environment with multiple simultaneous assignments
• Excellent interpersonal skills, good communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to think strategically, work independently and contribute to the team

Benefits

• Eligible employees may have opportunities to participate in variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements
• Competitive compensation package
• Inclusive benefits
• Flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life

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