Senior SR&ED Analyst

JOB PROFILE:

Position Title: Senior SR&ED Analyst

Department: Corporate Tax

Reports To: SR&ED Manager

ATS Corporation | Overview

ATS Corporation is an industry-leading automation solutions and technology provider to many of the world's most successful companies. Using extensive knowledge and global capabilities in custom and repeat automation, automation products and value-added solutions including pre-automation and after-sales services, ATS businesses address the sophisticated manufacturing automation and service needs of multinational customers in markets such as life sciences, transportation, food & beverage, consumer products, and energy. With a dynamic culture that is bolstered by driven employees and the ATS Business Model (ABM), ATS companies are united by a shared purpose of creating solutions that positively impact lives around the world. Founded in 1978, ATS employs over 7,000 people at more than 65 manufacturing facilities and over 85 offices in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and Oceania. The Company's common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the NYSE under the symbol ‘ATS’.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a key member of the R&D tax team you will work with a variety of business segments within ATS who are at the front line in developing cutting edge automation technology. The successful candidate will get the opportunity to work as part of a diverse team of industry and tax professionals. You will be required to join and eventually lead interviews with senior and lead technical personnel at various ATS locations to help identify the scientific and technological aspects of their projects that qualify for R&D tax credits. You will play a leading role in writing and reviewing R&D project reports and take part in extensive communication with technical leads as well as divisional and corporate finance.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet with engineering team leads and project managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the projects undertaken and identify how they meet the various R&D guidelines
• Write and review compelling technical project reports to bring out the key technical factors of customer and internal projects to support R&D tax claims
• Prepare persuasive responses to challenges by the tax authorities regarding the technical merit of a project
• Build and maintain relationships with engineering and finance staff to provide high levels of service to the business units and corporate group
• Adapt and flex existing knowledge to different business segments and build on core capabilities
• Training will be provided in the financial and tax implications, preparation, and reporting aspects of the R&D benefits to ATS
• Occasional travel to the US and Europe may be required
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Degree or diploma in a technical area (Science and/or engineering)
  
  

Experience:

• Science, technology, or engineering industry experience either as a technical writer or technician
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Past R&D tax experience not required, but is advantageous
  
  

At ATS, it starts with our People!

We believe the foundation of a great company is having the best team and winning as a team.

Why Join ATS?

• Be a part of a thriving organization that is a global leader in advanced automation solutions
• Collaborate with other bright, talented professionals focused on innovation and continuous improvement
• Discover opportunities for growth within ATS as we strive to develop, engage, empower, and energize our people
• Make an impact and give back to our communities in a meaningful way
• Work in a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where everyone is respected and given the opportunity to do their best
• Enjoy an attractive compensation package including flexible work schedules (where applicable)
  
  

And much more!

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.