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

About the role

Ryan is hiring a Senior Manager for its Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) practice in Mississauga. The role helps clients identify and claim SR&ED tax credits and assists the SR&ED Director in defending them against reviews by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It is project-based and sometimes involves onsite work with engineers, scientists and technical staff.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor a team of Managers and Consultants, and help with strategic planning, operations, staff administration and performance evaluation.
• Interview clients to find all SR&ED eligible projects and the information needed for the T661 filing.
• Prepare or supervise technical narratives for SR&ED claims, identifying employees, subcontractors and materials and the effort involved.
• Advise clients before and during CRA technical reviews and respond to CRA correspondence on technology aspects of the claim.
• Gather supporting documents, track time by client and activity codes, and forecast future claims and allocate work.
• Research SR&ED tax court cases, develop training sessions, and help prepare client presentations for proposals.
• Help maintain and grow the firm's SR&ED client base, present on SR&ED at training, meetings and industry events, and build relationships with CRA auditors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Master's or PhD in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or related) or Science (Chemistry, Physics or related).
• Related industry experience and a minimum of six years of SR&ED tax credit experience.
• Excellent organization and time management, strong communication, willingness to learn and to be a team player.
• Valid driver's license; supervisory duties such as training peers and checking work may be required.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and internet research.

What we offer

• Salary of $84,000 - $126,000 CAD; certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation.
• Hybrid and remote work options.
• Up to 20 weeks of parental leave top-up (adoption included).
• Monthly gym membership or equipment reimbursement.
• Health and dental benefits effective day one, RRSP employer match, tuition reimbursement after one year, generous PTO and an award-winning culture.