Job Description

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EY's multidisciplinary Quantitative Services - QS - team, specializing in tax credits for Scientific Research and Experimental Development - SRED - is seeking an experienced candidate with a Chemistry, Physics or Chemical, Mining or Mechanical Engineering background to deliver advisory services to our clients in Vancouver and Western Canada. This is an excellent opportunity for talented people to play a key role in EY's rapidly growing and dynamic incentives practice.

The opportunity:

As a Tax Staff or Senior Tax Staff you will work with a variety of clients at the forefront of technology in industries such as mining, forestry, advanced manufacturing, and the applied sciences. You will work closely with entrepreneurs and public corporations meeting with CEOs, CTOs, Technical Managers and Technical Engineers. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a foundation in chemical, mechanical or mining engineering, or a degree in physical sciences to build or continue a career in SRED and Incentives. If you are inquisitive and expressive, you will find this position stimulating and rewarding. If you want to bring your experience to a dynamic and fast-growing research and development incentives team, this role is for you.

Responsibilities:

Meeting with pivotal 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.

Your background includes:

A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Physics or Chemical, Mining or Mechanical Engineering, A Graduate's Degree is a strong asset. A strong understanding of the Mining, Forestry and or manufacturing sectors is preferred. The ability to think creatively and innovate to deliver on the spot solutions for client problems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities and a client-centric approach. The ability to work effectively within a dynamic, team environment while managing pressure and adhering to strict deadlines.


If you are a determined professional with an innate passion for innovation and the capability to influence a team serving some of the world's leading multinational organizations, we would like to meet you. Apply today for an enriching career in a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

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 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 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, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around 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


The salary range for this job in British Columbia for a Tax Staff is $50,000 to $79,000 and for a Senior Tax Staff is $65,500 to $108,000. Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and work location city.

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