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Senior Consultant - R&D Tax

Forvis Mazars, LLP
parental leave, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
2700 Post Oak Boulevard (Show on map)
Feb 11, 2025


General information
Name
Consulting - Tax Specialty - Senior Consultant - R&D Tax
Posting Title
Senior Consultant - R&D Tax
Ref #
2234335
Date Published
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
City
Houston
State
Texas
Country
United States
Job Category
Tax Specialty
Office
Federal Specialty (Forvis)
Advertised Location
US-IL-Chicago, US-NC-Charlotte, US-NC-Charlotte, US-NJ-Iselin, US-NY-New York, US-PA-Fort Washington, US-TX-Houston
Working time
Full Time

Description & Requirements

The research and development (R&D) tax credit is an incentive for companies to invest resources in the development of new and improved products, processes, and software.Forvis Mazars' R&D tax credit consultants work with companies in a multitude of industries to understand their R&D efforts and assist them with capturing these valuable tax savings.

How you will contribute:

  • Providing research and development tax consulting services to a variety of clients including Fortune 500, private middle-market companies, owner-managed businesses, and start-ups
  • Working as a multi-disciplinary team helping provide subject matter knowledge and experience
  • Coordinating with the Manager, Senior Manager, or Partner on all phases of an R&D credit engagement including initial scoping, engagement letter, information requests, timely and proactive client communications, staffing requirements, project execution, and report and deliverable preparation
  • Delegating work to and reviewing work performed by staff in accordance with their experience and capabilities
  • Researching R&D credit statutes, regulations, and case law
  • Gathering client documentation and assisting in the analysis of client data (both financial and technical)
  • Performing research credit calculations
  • Creating detailed reports to substantiate tax benefits
  • Developing and reviewing descriptions of qualified project activities to support R&D credit positions
  • Actively coaching and training staff on all facets of engagement execution
  • Performing site visits to assist with client interviews
  • Candidates should be growth-motivated and supportive of the team's growth goals and expectations

We are looking for people with Forward Vision and:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High-level analytical and reasoning skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Willingness to "own" client engagements and demonstrates a strong desire to deliver high-quality, responsive client service
  • Attention to detail without losing sight of the big picture
  • Ability to meet stringent client deadlines
  • Availability to travel 10% to 15% within the U.S.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field or JD
  • 2 years or more of professional experience (research credit experience preferred, but not required)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
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New York City Pay Transparency
Pursuant to the pay transparency laws of New York State and other local ordinances within the state including (but not limited to) New York City, the salary range displayed is for the New York markets. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Total compensation and benefits consist of salary, group health plan benefits, 401(K), profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
New York Salary Range:
NY Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 75,300
NY Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 115,900

Illinois Wage Transparency
Pursuant to Illinois' Equal Pay Act, the salary range displayed is for the Illinois market. The salary for this role will be based on the experience, education, and skill set of the individual for the position. Non-exempt/hourly positions will be eligible for time and half pay for employees that work over 40 hours in a workweek. Benefits are eligibility-based and could include group health plan benefits, 401(K), bonuses, profit-sharing contributions, flexible time off, and parental leave. For more information on benefits, please visit https://resourcecenter.forvismazars.us/. Forvis Mazars reserves the right to make changes to the salary range based on business needs.
IL Minimum Salary (USD)
$ 65000
IL Maximum Salary (USD)
$ 108500

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