Technical Consultant

FI Group is an international innovation consulting firm seeking a SR&ED / Grants Technical Consultant to join our team in Montreal. FI Group currently operates in 14 different countries and has over 1,400 employees

This opportunity would ideally suit someone with a real passion for Innovation programs and curiosity about Tax Credits. The role is perfect for someone looking to be part of the journey and wanting to directly contribute to the growth of a business. We offer tailored training to help develop your skills and a continuous development program with great opportunities to progress within the business.

Your mission, your role?

As a SR&ED/Grants Technical Consultant, and under the supervision of your manager, you will have a true role as an advisor and partner to your clients. In this capacity, you will bring them your expertise in innovation and R&D financing strategy and actively participate in the development of a cross-functional approach to activate all public funding opportunities of interest to them. You will manage a client portfolio from A to Z. You will have to analyze the eligibility of the projects and evaluate technical aspects, risks, and technological advancements, always following manuals and procedures to comply with the tax incentives and grants requirements.

Your main responsibilities:

Carrying out technical interviews with clients to identify the SR&DE/innovative nature of their projects.

Ensuring the completion of missions, according to the defined deadlines, and the established workload plan with the team.

Identifying optimization opportunities for processes and results.

Identifying and advising clients on the other financing programs they may be eligible for (grants, subsidies, tax credits, etc.).

Gathering data related to their investments and calculating the amount of SR&ED tax credits and innovation grants.

Writing technical and economic reports to highlight the scientific aspects of the project.

Provide advice and assistance to clients.

Take part in internal and external meetings with clients.

Requirements:

DCS Diploma or degree Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.

1-2 years of related work experience

Full Bilingual (French/ English)

Proficient in delivering presentations, fostering interpersonal relationships, active listening, effective written and verbal communication skills.

It will be an asset if you have:

Specialization in the field (research credit experience preferred, but not required)

Accounting knowledge

FI Group is a human and collective adventure where sharing, initiatives, opportunities, and trust are at the heart of our HR policy! We are committed to providing a flexible, evolving, and above all caring work environment.

Some benefits of joining FI Group:

Health insurance

Health Care spending Acct

STD & LTD benefit

Flexible/hybrid schedule

5 paid Sick/ personal days

Paid vacation days.

1 week Christmas holiday

Group RRSP matching the employee contribution