R&D Tax Associate

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Eide Bailly we believe respect is how to treat everyone, not just those you want to impress. Our

culture focuses on collaboration to achieve career growth. Innovation is highly encouraged, which is

where programs like our EB Xchange originate. This program allows interested tax and audit employees

to complete a rotation into a specialty area. We promote happy employees by making work / life balance

a priority along with being actively involved in our communities. Our dedication to service can be seen

through the Firm's decision to match charitable donations made by employees, as well as providing

opportunities to volunteer throughout the year. Most importantly, we like to have fun! We offer a

professional and fun work environment with frequent lunch and learns, socials, contests, outings and

other events.

A typical day as a R&D Tax Associate might include :

• R&D Calculation Preparation : Take an active role in the preparation of R&D Tax Credit calculations for clients. This includes gathering relevant financial and technical data, conducting thorough analysis to identify qualifying research activities and expenditures, and accurately documenting these findings for inclusion in R&D Tax Credit claims.
• Data Collection and Analysis : Assist in gathering financial and technical data from clients to support R&D Tax Credit calculations. Analyze this data meticulously to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant tax regulations and guidelines. Included would be data flattening and manipulation of time tracking / hours keeping files as well as general ledger detail.
• Documentation : Prepare detailed documentation of research activities and expenditures, ensuring that all eligible R&D expenses are properly accounted for in the calculation process. Adhere to established documentation standards to support the accuracy and defensibility of R&D Tax Credit claims.
• Communication : Collaborate with onshore team to address inquiries, gather additional information, and provide updates on the progress of R&D Tax Credit calculations. Maintain clear and professional communication to ensure client satisfaction and confidence in the services provided.
• Quality Assurance : Conduct thorough reviews of R&D Tax Credit calculations to verify accuracy and completeness. Identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues that may arise during the calculation preparation and review processes, ensuring the integrity of the final deliverables.
• Special Tax Projects : Perform special tax projects for clients as needed, which may include tax planning, compliance, or consulting projects beyond the scope of routine R&D Tax Credit services. Collaborate with team members to execute these projects effectively and meet client expectations.
• Research and Development : Stay abreast of changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry trends related to R&D Tax Credits. Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of R&D Tax Credit calculation processes. Performs special tax projects for clients as needed.
• Maintains awareness of general business trends and issues and applies that knowledge to client issues and solutions.

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