Financial Senior Manager, Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED)

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Description

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) team as a Senior Manager (or Manager). This diverse team of professionals delivers customized tax strategies within a complex and dynamic regulatory framework.

As a trusted advisor, you’ll ensure clients capitalize on opportunities to receive government support for innovation by identifying eligible projects and navigating the multitude of government incentive programs and funding opportunities available.

Performance Expectations

Interface with client finance departments (CFO's, controllers) at Technology, Life Science, and Manufacturing companies conducting leading edge Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) activities.

Review Financial Statements, General Ledgers, Trial Balances and other client source information to maximize the SR&ED tax credits.

• Interface and work together with MNP's SR&ED team members to prepare SR&ED claims
• Assist clients in identifying and determining eligible expenditures under the SR&ED Tax Credit program
• Gather supporting documentation and evidence of experimentation sufficient to satisfy the requirements of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
• Manage multiple clients; deliver projects on time and on budget
• Interact with peers, clients and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) representatives, as needed
• Experience in business development and marketing MNP SR&ED services to existing and prospective clients is an asset.

Credentials

• CPA with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance / accounting
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience such as corporate income tax, financial accounting, financial analysis, and financial reporting.
• Minimum of 4 years of SR&ED experience.
• Focus on achieving high-quality, timely and profitable results
• Knowledge of financial service organizations like MNP and their service offerings is an asset.
• Additional CPA courses such as In-depth tax program are an asset
• Bilingual is an asset (French / English)

Core Competencies and Personal Characteristics

• Integrity professional whose honesty, integrity, confidentiality and high ethical standards contributes to effective leadership and optimal business relationships
• Energy displays enthusiasm, optimism and passion while maintaining a high level of productivity and a balanced lifestyle
• Diversity understands the importance of different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and is respectful of individual differences
• Communication effectively expresses ideas and conveys information in business writing, conversations and interactions with others that make an impact and persuade their intended audience(s)
• Problem Solving innovative and able to generate workable solutions by analyzing, gathering and organizing all relevant information
• Client Service Excellence understands the importance of quality client service, proactively identifies client needs and creates strategies to serve clients proficiently
• Business Development looks for and seizes profitable business opportunities while focusing on the ability to gain an increased presence in the community
• Forward Thinking - anticipates the implications of situations, takes appropriate action as needed and prepares for possible contingencies
• Agility with Change initiates, sponsors and implements change by taking a facilitative catalyst role
• People Management & Leadership goal-driven leader who effectively manages self, others and teams to achieve goals
• Coaching takes responsibility for one’s own and team members’ performance by setting clear goals and tracking progress against those goals, promptly addresses performance issues, is highly organized and uses personal judgement and decision-making
30+ days ago