Senior Manager, Software R&D, Tax Incentives Practice

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

Canada's Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) program is one of the country's most longstanding and largest tax incentive programs (50 years and $4bn annually). It is intended to create a thriving environment for R&D and foster technological innovation. KPMG's Tax Incentives Practice (TIP) consists of a diverse team of engineers, scientists and accountants, that assist our clients to obtain tax savings and grants through incentive programs like SR&ED .

KPMG is seeking an engineering or computer science trained SR&ED professional to join its GTA TIP team. In this role, you will directly engage with the client C-Suite, Lead Architects and Directors of Engineering to assess projects for SR&ED value. As Senior Manager, you will lead a team of technology specialists to identify software and/or engineering related activities that qualify for the SR&ED program or other technology related incentives (e.g. grants).

What you will do

• Plan, organize and execute engagements on time and within budget; as internal champion for each client, you will mentor, and direct specialist resources to complete SR&ED claims from proposal to final deliverable;
• As key client technical liaison; you will develop and organize client interviews/workshops to define a project eligibility framework that articulates SR&ED eligibility;
• Responsible to organize the preparation of the technical deliverables related to SR&ED and other grant claims; as Senior Manager, you will review claim justifications prepared by team specialists and represent the client during CRA technology reviews;
• Represent TIP in the external market (e.g. involvement with accelerators, membership in industry groups) and respond to new client proposals;
• Help build the TIP future by owning the development of internal process tools, templates and dashboards to enhance operational efficiency and improve client engagement.

What you bring to the role

• BSc. or MSc. in Computer Science, Software or Electrical Engineering OR similar field;
• 3 to 5 years of managing SR&ED engagements specializing in software R&D;
• Executive communication style and presentation skills (written and verbal);
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams and success with CRA technical reviews.

The successful candidate will:

• Be exposed to new and exciting technologies and state-of-the art innovations in a wide range of industries (computer science, quantum computing, rocket science, etc.);
• Gain a network of thousands of experts (tax, audit, advisory and law) to deliver multi-disciplinary tax value propositions:
• Promote the advancement of scientific innovation and technology in Canada.

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.