R&D Tax Credit Associate

Equifax • Houston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds, and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. We are looking for a R&D Tax Credit Associate! Our team of tax associates helps companies optimize their R&D tax credits. We help various industries - from software development to breweries to engineering - and many types of companies - from startups (to offset payroll taxes) through large companies (to offset corporate income taxes). Come join a fun team with a hybrid work schedule (Tues, Wed, Thurs in our Houston office) to help support R&D in the USA!

Requirements

• 2-5 years of tax experience plus a Bachelor's degree, OR Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree

Nice To Haves

• Interest in R&D tax credit and learning more about the companies that perform R&D
• Bachelor’s Degree in either engineering, computer science, physical science, or any other type of related field. This helps with understanding our clients.
• Ability to manage and be responsible for varying client loads and deadlines
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Available to travel, approximately 15% or less

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite or teleconference technical interviews with company executives and key personnel.
• Perform and write legal analysis for tax incentive claims.
• Review and analyze the technical activities of companies from various industries such as engineering, software development, and manufacturing.
• Effectively quantify research and development tax benefits.
• Research applicable state and federal tax laws and assist with other tax incentives as needed.
• May assist in audit defense for both state and federal audit examinations.

Benefits

• comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages
• 401k matching
• paid time off
• organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level