Job Description

At EY, you\'ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we\'re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

EY\'s multidisciplinary Quantitative Services (QS) team, specializing in tax credits for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED), is seeking an experienced candidate with a software development or information technology background to deliver advisory services to our clients in Toronto and Central Canada. We offer an excellent opportunity for talented people to play a key role in EY\'s rapidly growing and dynamic incentives practice. You will be interacting regularly with clients at the forefront of technology.

Position description:

As a QS IT manager you will be leading a team working with a variety of clients at the forefront of technology, from entrepreneurs to public corporations, to evaluate and prepare their SR&ED claims. This involves meeting with CTOs, Chief Architects, and Software Developers to assess the client\'s eligibility to receive funding, establishing how much they can claim, and writing technical project descriptions that detail the innovation and development activities for each project. You will discuss new prototypes, innovative software architectures, improved algorithms, and new frameworks. As an experienced IT professional, you have a thorough understanding of web technologies and software architectures. You will be responsible for leading and developing a team of engineers and data scientists to provide value to clients. If you want to be exposed to exciting R&D initiatives in IT, software, and telecommunications, this role is for you.

Opportunity:

We are looking for a candidate with outstanding verbal and written communication skills with a teaming mentality to join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has a Computer Science degree and work experience and wants to continue their career in technology but wants more exposure to the business and financial side of an organization. SR&ED and incentive preparation experience is an asset. If you are inquisitive and expressive, you will find this position both stimulating and rewarding.

As a SR&ED IT Specialist, you will:

• Meet with clients and leverage your broad knowledge of current technologies to identify opportunities for claiming SR&ED in fields such as software development, cyber security, wireless networks, data analytics, defense, robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT).
• Mentor and manage staff and senior staff personnel.
• Prepare and review detailed project descriptions for client R&D activities.
• Assist and lead reviews with the Canada Revenue Agency.
• Manage client expectations and strict deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with the SR&ED program would be considered a strong asset.
• An MBA would be considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of web technologies, cloud computing, programming languages, and telecommunication technologies.
• Creative thinker - ability to innovate solutions to client problems on the spot.
• Excellent communication skills (outgoing personality, written, verbal, and listening).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

What we look for

We\'re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. We\'re looking for people with a genuine passion for tax, and the future of tax, and are inspired to help the world\'s leading multinational organizations meet complex tax obligations around the world. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high-performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It\'s one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

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 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 comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, 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

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Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We\'re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. From our actions to combat systemic racism and our advocacy for the LGBT+ community to our innovative Neurodiversity Centre of Excellence and Accessibility initiatives, we welcome and embrace the diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives that make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.

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