Mission Statement: Advancing innovation in Atlantic Canada through problem-solving and accurately describing technical and scientific challenges through the CRA SR&ED process.
Location: Atlantic Canada
Colum Consultants Inc. helps innovative companies here in the Atlantic region successfully claim Science Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax refunds.
In this position, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of some of the latest scientific and technological advancements in a wide array of industries. You will have the opportunity to meet with entrepreneurs leading change in their fields across Atlantic Canada.
Reporting to: President and CEO
Duties & Responsibilities:
-Understand the SR&ED Investment Tax Credit program and trends in the Innovation space both in Atlantic Canada and across Canada.
-Analyze projects and work conducted throughout the year by clients to determine their SR&ED qualification.
-Conduct interviews with technical teams to identify technological limitations, challenges, uncertainties, and advancements in projects that fit within the spirit of the SR&ED program.
-Prepare SR&ED claim reports in accordance with SR&ED guidelines and standards and templates provided by Colum Consultants Inc.
-Work with clients to document SR&ED eligible costs.
-Work with other Colum Consultants Inc. team members to ensure clients claims are completed appropriately and within given timelines.
-Provide a positive experience to our varied clients.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
-University degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or Applied Sciences
-Technical writing experience
-Active listener with the ability to conduct technical interviews to gather detailed project information
-Ability to grasp abstract or complex technical concepts and explain them in more general terms
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills (in-person and over the phone)
Assets:
-Passionate about innovation
-Willingness to learn
-Bilingualism (French and English)
-Curiosity
-Familiarity with other funding models within the innovation sector, eg. IRAP program
Please send your Cover Letter and Resume to: elizabeth@columconsultants.com by May 13, 2022.
Salary range: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 annually. New graduates are welcome to apply.
Company: Colum Consultants Inc.
Contact: Elizabeth Murphy – elizabeth@columconsultants.com
Deadline: May 13, 2022