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Baker Tilly, one of the fastest growing CPA advisory firms in the nation, has an incredible career opportunity for a Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credits Manager to join our growing Federal Credits & Incentives practice!

Our R&D Tax Credits practice is made up of professionals across the U.S., who work with clients to develop an efficient and cost-effective approach for identifying and documenting eligible R&D activities and costs. Our team has assisted clients in a variety of industries to identify, document and sustain federal and state R&D credits through a comprehensive understanding of their business operations. Candidate must be tied to a Baker Tilly office location. Highly preferred to be in Seattle, WA but if not then West Coast.

You will enjoy this role if:

• You would like to work directly with CFO's, owners and leaders from middle market companies to help them increase cash flow, reduce tax liability and optimize investment in new technology

• You thrive in opportunities to hone your technical skills and will enjoy working with a variety of clients that present exposure to unique technical challenges

• You crave a leadership opportunity to help build a fast growing, entrepreneurial R&D tax credits practice who is also down-to-earth and thrives in collaboration

• You want to be part of a firm that values specialty tax practices and is invested in your success, providing the resources and support for you to grow now, for tomorrow

What you'll do:

• Be a trusted advisor to middle market clients by providing strategic R&D tax credits consulting services that includes:

  • Manage research and development (R&D) tax credit and deduction studies including client interviews, reviewing client data, developing client and industry specific tools and templates and preparing technical reports

  • Research and draft technical memoranda related to R&D matters

  • Provide audit defense assistance for clients being audited by the IRS or state taxing authorities

  • Develop an understanding of the client's business and become a functional expert in the area

• Assist with managing client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met

• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and the community

• Invest in your professional development individually and through participation in firm wide learning and development programs

• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science or other related field required; Masters or advanced degree preferred

• CPA, JD or EA required.

• Five (5) + year(s) of R&D work experience

• 2+ year(s) of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates desired

• Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, demonstrate commitment to continuous learning in order to stay current regarding applicable strategies, see the "big picture" as well as the details, display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment, and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of projects.

The pay rate ranges for this position are listed below. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

The national pay rate range is $100,340 to $190,240

In California: pay rate range is $111,490 to $190,240