Opportunities in Tax Incentives – Scientific Research & Experimental Development Co-op (Jan 2025)

Your role

KPMG’s Tax Incentives Practice has assisted thousands of organizations of all types and sizes, ranging from start-up businesses to multinational enterprises. The multi-disciplinary team of professionals works with clients who are seeking to obtain Federal and Provincial Government funding for their research and development, innovation, capital growth, workforce advancement, market expansion, and environmental sustainability projects. They help explore client's eligibility to secure different forms of government funding, grants, incentives, investment tax credits (ITC), and cash refunds.

As a Tax Incentive Scientific Research & Experimental Advisor (Co-op/Intern/Full-Time), you will have the opportunity to:

• Work with clients´ finance and accounting information with respect to their SR&ED claims.
• Work with engineers to ensure that clients receive government tax incentives for their research and development efforts.
• Work in a team environment in completing the SR&ED claims of small through large corporations.
• Prepare SR&ED tax forms using Taxprep software.
• Respond to tax questions relating to the SR&ED program.
• Assist in completing accounting and tax documentation for SR&ED claims.
• Ensure that SR&ED claims documentation is filed and completed in accordance with the established quality controls.

About you

You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront. You’re passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.

• Post-secondary education in a related discipline is preferred
• A highly motivated student who strives for excellence, innovation, and collaboration
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills with a strong proficiency in MS Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter and solution-oriented mindset
• Dedication and strong work ethic, strong team player.
• Strong time-management abilities and self-motivation.
• Detail oriented with the ability to prioritize and meet multiple priorities
• Interest in accounting and tax preferred

Benefits

If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

KPMG’s Total Rewards program reflects their commitment to supporting well-being in a way that is flexible, personal, and meaningful so their people can be at their best and thrive with them, they offer the following;

• Extended healthcare
• Retirement and Savings Plan
• Lifestyle Spending Account

For more information about KPMG in Canada’s Benefits and well-being, click here

Training and development

KPMG empowers its people to advance their personal and professional skills through learning and development programs so they can excel at every stage of their careers. They have a wide range of learning opportunities for students, recent graduates, and experienced professionals such as:

• CPA training and mentorship
• KPMG Audit Foundations program
• Digital Academy
• Micro-credentials learning program
• Raise Your Game
• Customized Degreed program
• Reverse Mentorship
• Supporting your further education

Career progression

The KPMG Internship Experience is a terrific way to learn business skills, find a mentor, build your network, and get real-world (even global) experience before graduation. And it can often lead to a full-time job. 

How to apply

• Please limit your application to one role at the location of your choice based on your interests. You will be asked to complete an application questionnaire where you can outline your preferences. Please carefully review which specific opportunities are available before submitting your application, as openings vary by office.   
• Applications can be addressed to the “Hiring Manager” and should include a cover letter, resume, and a copy of your most recent unofficial transcript. If you do not have access to an electronic copy of your transcript, they ask that you attach a screenshot of your grades from your school’s website.  
• All considered applicants must have or will obtain legal authorization to work in Canada by the start date of employment. 

Sources

• kpmg.com/ca/en/home/careers/life-at-kpmg/benefits
• kpmg.com/ca/en/home/careers/life-at-kpmg/learning-and-development
• kpmguscareers.com/early-career/program/#internship
• youtube.com/watch?v=6SF3mtqFx9I