Incentives and Capital Investments - SRED - Vancouver - Tax Staff or Senior - Applied Sciences

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The opportunity

EY's Incentives and Capital Investments team helps companies access government incentives that support innovation, growth and investment across Canada. We're looking for a Tax Staff or Senior Tax Staff with a background in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related applied science discipline to join our Vancouver team and support clients throughout Western Canada.

You'll work with companies that are solving real-world challenges through innovation, collaborate with technical and business leaders to understand complex projects and help clients access incentives that support growth and investment. This is an opportunity to apply your technical background in a client-facing role, gain exposure to diverse industries, and develop expertise in a specialized and evolving area of tax and innovation.

This job posting relates to an existing vacancy within our organization.

Your key responsibilities:

• Meeting with client representatives including CEOs, CTOs, Technical Managers, and Engineers to evaluate their Research and Development projects and prepare SRED claims.
• Assessing project's eligibility, establishing its value and writing technical project descriptions detailing the innovation and experimental activities.
• Engaging in discussions on new prototypes, experimental trials, process improvements, and new product development for leading companies in Canada.
• Coordinating, preparing, and participating in SRED reviews with CRA auditors.
• Managing the technical submission process which includes formulating and writing technical SRED submissions.

Skills and attributes for success:

• A high level of motivation and a commitment to learning in a tax technology environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with a proven ability to consistently meet tight deadlines.
• A process-oriented nature and excellent documentation skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with high degree of professional accountability and self-motivation.

Requirements:

• A Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Physics or Chemical, Mining or Mechanical Engineering,
• A Graduate's Degree in any of the noted applied sciences disciplines is a strong asset.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Practical experience in the incentives or grant space

If you're looking for a role that blends technical expertise, client interaction, and meaningful career growth we'd love to hear from you.

What we look for

We're looking for individuals who are energized by the opportunity to work in a space shaped by innovation, policy and evolving business needs. You bring a collaborative mindset, a strong sense of ownership and a desire to contribute to a team helping organizations invest in research, technology and a more sustainable future. You're curious and motivated to build expertise in areas like SRED and clean economy incentives, and you're comfortable navigating complexity to uncover value for clients. You're also confident sharing your perspective, bringing ideas forward and helping drive work to impact. If you're looking to grow in a dynamic, forward-looking environment, you'll thrive here.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a discretionary bonus program, a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

EY reports salary ranges in accordance with applicable provincial pay transparency legislation. Individual salaries within the anticipated salary ranges noted below are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity, education, relevant experience, knowledge, and applicable skill sets.

Vancouver:

• Tax Staff - $60,000 - $90,000
• Senior Tax Staff - $76,000 - $114,000

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