National R&D Inc. is looking for a Junior Account Manager to join our team!
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’re a go-getter who has a passion for the business and the people in the industry. The Junior Account Manager will manage National R&D Inc.’s customer accounts and work closely with our sales team to grow revenue and revenue share.
Rewards:
- Competitive salary that will be commensurate with experience.
- Discretionary Bonus.
- Commissions (when applicable).
- Vacation pay benefits.
- Statutory Holidays.
- Extended health and dental benefits.
PRIMARY DUTIES AS ACCOUNTS MANAGER:
- Assist in the building of National’s consulting branches with a primary focus on SR&ED.
- Meet with clients and prospective clients; over the phone, on video, and in-person
- Develop relationships, strategies and processes to help coordinate R&D Tax efforts on a corporate level.
- Follow up on sales leads; in-person, over the phone, over video, and or over email.
- Attend sourcing events such as: Trade Shows and Business Networking Events.
- Assist Sales Manager with calling and visiting clients and prospective clients.
- Maintain detailed list of clients called and scheduled follow-ups with clients.
- Develop a process to raise the profile and understanding of the SR&ED process in order to maximize the claims made by a client.
- Assist business units with developing accruals based on research and projections.
- Maintain SR&ED procedures with the organization.
- Ensure client financial deadlines are met.
- Provide administrative support to Manufacturing and IT SR&ED consultants.
- Schedule in-person, video, and / or phone meetings with clients and the company
- Organize, prepare, and clearly present information to others and respond to their questions in one-on-one and group situations
- Act as a principal point of contact for clients, CRA auditors, and internal consultants while directing their requests appropriately
- Maintain regular contact with clients to identify and communicate service opportunities
- Provide creative solutions to problems and develop practical plans for their completion
- Prepare professional, detailed and accurate correspondence
- Manage daily office procedures and provide administrative services
- Booking hotels for team members
- Ensuring that e-mails are sent and documentation is received from clients and accountants
- Coordinate and process incoming and outgoing mail
- Document control – scanning and storage of all internal documents
- Document all activities as per company procedures.
- Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the company Code of Business Conduct.
- Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
- Assist with the creation and preparation of sales, marketing and promotional material as well as request for proposal submissions
- Any other duties assigned within the scope of this role.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AS SR&ED SPECIALIST – REVIEWS COORDINATOR:
- Assist in the building of National’s consulting branches with a primary focus on SR&ED tax credits, corporate accounting, and tax return preparation.
- Assist senior technical staff in preparing various aspects of SR&ED and other funding program claims.
- Develop relationships, strategies and processes to help coordinate R&D Tax efforts on a corporate level.
- Assist clients in identifying SR&ED activities that are eligible for tax credits
- Travel to client sites to liaison with technical and engineering staff to obtain information for the technical write-ups.
- Analyze system products, processes, equipment, etc. in support of the claims.
- Prepare and review R&D Tax technical documentation as specified by Government guidelines.
- Document research and development activities as per company procedures.
- Perform various engineering and technological analysis of numerous software and hardware systems to support the R&D tax credits claimed for clients.
- Prepare professional, detailed and accurate correspondence
- Develop a process to raise the profile and understanding of the SR&ED process in order to maximize the claims made by a client.
- Keeping abreast of changes in the SR&ED program.
- Assist client business units with developing accruals based on research and projections.
- Assist in preparing detailed accounting summaries for the SR&ED tax credits.
- Maintain SR&ED procedures with the organization.
- Ensure client financial deadlines are met.
- Participate in government audits.
- Coordinate and prepare audit packages for R&D Tax submissions
- Provide creative solutions to problems and develop practical plans for their completion
- Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the company Code of Business Conduct.
- Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
- Any and all duties as assigned
Requirements:
EDUCATION:
- Degree or diploma in Business, Management, Accounting, or related disciplines.
EXPERIENCE:
- 1 to 2 years experience in Accounts Management.
- Strong interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to develop and foster relationships.
- Very strong English verbal, written, and documentation skills required
- Strong MS Office skills including MS Excel, MS Word, etc.
- Strong organizational skills, a demonstrated ability to lead
- Experience supporting 24/7 operations
- Excellent testing and automation skill-sets
- Ability to work in team environment
- Successful clearance of criminal record check
- Successful clearance of Controlled Goods (CG)
- Excellent references
- Valid Driver’s License (G)
- Own transportation (Vehicle)
Please feel free to contact [email protected] if you would like to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $40,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- B2B sales: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
