R&D Tax Credits Manager – Corporate Tax; CPA

Corporate Tax Manager – Methods, Credits & Incentives (R&D Tax Credits)

Hybrid (Arlington, VA | Philadelphia, PA | Pittsburgh, PA | Washington, DC) $138,000 – $172,500 per year.

We are seeking a highly motivated Corporate Tax Manager – Methods, Credits & Incentives (MCI) to join our R&D Tax Credit practice. In this role, you will work with clients to identify and support R&D tax credit opportunities, conduct detailed tax analysis, and lead project execution across multiple engagements.

This hybrid position requires working onsite or at client locations a minimum of 3 days per week starting March 2026. Primary preference is Philadelphia, PA
, though candidates may sit in Arlington, VA;
Washington, DC; or Pittsburgh, PA.

• Lead and manage R&D tax credit engagements from start to finish
• Conduct client site visits, interviews, and facility walkthroughs
• Analyze financial and accounting data to identify qualifying R&D activities
• Prepare cost studies, schedules, computations, and technical reports
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and deliverables
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to firm standards
• Research federal and applicable state R&D tax credit regulations
• Assist with tax return amendments related to R&D credits
• Support business development, including proposals and client pursuits
• Collaborate with leadership on engagement strategy and execution

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Active CPA or JD (active attorney license required)
• 6–10 years of experience in R&D tax credits, tax accounting methods, or fixed asset tax experience
• Minimum 4 years of experience in public accounting or consulting
• Strong understanding of federal R&D tax credit rules and relevant case law
• Experience with tax return mechanics and amended returns
• Proven project management experience across multiple engagements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines, priorities, and multiple client projects

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a quantitative or analytical field (e.g., Economics, Statistics, Finance, Engineering, Mathematics, Operations Research, etc.)
• Experience across industries such as technology, life sciences, manufacturing, construction, real estate, or hospitality
• Prior experience in consulting or Big 4/public accounting environment
• Strong business development or client-facing advisory experience

• Hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days onsite or client site starting March 2026)
• Travel required to client locations
• Sponsorship available
• Backfill position
• Base salary range: $138,000 – $172,500 (final compensation based on experience and qualifications)

• Work on high-impact R&D tax credit projects across diverse industries
• Strong leadership exposure and project ownership from day one
• Opportunity to grow within a highly specialized tax practice
• Collaborative, client-facing consulting environment