SR&ED Tax Specialist

Job description

KPMG Canada

Whether a company is a manufacturer, food producer, resource processor or a renewable energy innovator the cost of innovation in Canada can be reduced by claiming efforts under the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) Tax Incentive Program.

The SR&ED program encourages businesses operating in Canada to develop or improve new products and processes in the field of science or technology. We are looking for an engineer with strong people skills to work with clients in a wide range of fields to help analyze their research and development (R&D) efforts and help prepare their SR&ED claims.

Don't miss this opportunity to join our team of professionals as an Engineering Technical Consultant within the SR&ED group in our Hamilton, Waterloo, or Windsor offices. Our local multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and tax accountants is complemented by strong regional and national resources.

KPMG Professionals Are...

Individuals who take deep personal accountability for their work, have a passion for excellence, are driven to achieve their full potential and understand the value of building relationships with clients, future clients, their communities, the global firm and each other. A KPMG professional should have all the following characteristics:

·  Strong work ethic
·  Thrive on challenges
·  Dedicated to providing outstanding client service
Position Summary

Canada's SR&ED program is one of the country's largest tax incentive programs. It is intended to create a supportive environment for Canadians to carry out R&D and foster innovation. The program has existed in one form or another for over 50 years. KPMG's SR&ED group consists of multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, accountants, and tax experts. These teams assist our clients in obtaining SR&ED tax credits offered by both the federal and provincial governments.

How would you like to:

·  Be exposed to new and exciting technologies and state-of-the art innovations in a wide range of industries (manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, chemical, oil and gas, on-road and off-road transportation equipment, etc.)?
·  Gain valuable business experience to complement your technical training?
·  Improve your presentation and interviewing skills?
·  Build and manage client relationships from shop-floor supervision to upper management levels?
·  Become involved in your local business community?
·  Be a part of one of the largest public accounting firms in the world?
·  Work for one of Canada's Top 100 Employers?
Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

·  Keeping up-to-date with innovative technologies and trends in the world of science and engineering.
·  Working in a cross-functional team environment to complete SR&ED claims for small, medium and large corporations.
·  Examining our clients' technology, products and operations to determine which R&D activities qualify for income tax incentives.
·  Effectively summarize the development activities of our clients' utilizing written reports and communication.
·  Planning, organizing and executing engagements on time and within budget.
·  Interviewing technical personnel and preparing all necessary documentation to file an SR&ED claim on behalf of our clients.
·  Successfully developing and managing client relationships.
·  Developing an understanding of the SR&ED program and the ability to interpret legislation.
·  Support clients in scientific and financial reviews conducted by the Canada Revenue Agency.
·  KPMG will provide the successful candidate with specialized training on the Canada Revenue Agencies' SR&ED Tax Credit program.
·  At times, business needs arise and employees are required and agree to work beyond their normal work day or work week to fulfill the accountabilities required for their job. Likewise, people need extra time to devote to personal matters, and our approach to flexibility provides for this.
Skills & Qualifications

A successful candidate will possess the following skills and behaviors:

·  Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, are a must.
·  A university degree in Engineering. (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Mechatronics, Automotive or similar discipline are preferred)
·  Minimum 2 years of progressive work experience within industry performing a role involving Manufacturing, Chemical, Mechanical/Automotive or Materials Engineering. Experience with the SR&ED program is desirable but not required.
·  Experience in roles that required a client-centric focus when completing deliverables.
·  Possess skills to conduct examinations of projects and articulate views in a clear manner.
·  Able to conduct technical interviews to evaluate R&D activities.
·  Effectively gathers information from a wide variety of sources relevant to each piece of work.
·  Effectively uses previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the client.
·  Proven ability to plan tasks effectively for multiple clients to consistently achieve delivery milestones with the required level of quality.
·  Maintains relationships with co-workers, management and clients alike in a manner that is respectful, patient and understanding.
·  A desire for self-improvement through continuous learning.
·  Willingness to travel.
Our Values,
The KPMG Way

We lead by example | We work together | We respect the individual
We seek the facts and provide insight | We are open and honest in our communication
We are committed to our communities | Above all, we act with integrity

KPMG is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. KPMG encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Any assessment and selection materials or processes used during the recruitment process will be available in an accessible format to applicants with disabilities, upon request. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process , please contact the HR Shared Service Centre by email or by phone at 416-777-8002 or toll free 1-888-466-4778 (Option 1). KPMG will consult with all applicants with disabilities who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.