At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with access to a global network to become the best version of you. We’re counting on your perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.


How can we make a lasting impact in a rapidly changing world?


About the team!
An exciting opportunity to join the dynamic, growing EY Government Incentives team, based in our Adelaide office. Work alongside purpose-driven and committed science, engineering, software, law and commerce professionals that assist our clients access government incentives that are vital for investment, growth and a better working world. Play a key role in client Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive claims, which are jointly administered by the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and Department of Industry, Science and Resources (Aus Industry), as a trusted advisor. This will involve preparing and reviewing, R&D project descriptions, R&D expenditure calculations as well as managing all aspects of accounts, R&D Tax Incentive claim processes, from preparation, review and lodgement, providing Government Incentive advisory services to many companies, from start-up to large private and public multi-nationals across diverse industries.
You also can assist clients with identifying and accessing other State and Federal grants and incentives, R&D tax corporate governance, responses to R&D tax audits/reviews undertaken by the regulators of the program, and specialist R&D tax advice.


What’s in it for you?

• Communicating and account management with clients and stakeholders (which can include C-Suite, Tax, Technical and Finance personnel), asking thoughtful questions to gather meaningful information on their projects.
• Gain industry insights and opportunities to understand the complex and confidential projects being undertaken by EY’s clients.
• Advise and support clients in R&D project documents and R&D applications, along with financial calculations and workpapers to support R&D Tax Incentives claims.
• Evaluating project concepts and technical content to assist clients in obtaining R&D Tax incentives.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed work papers and reports to deliver exceptional results to EY’s clients.

What we’re looking for
Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.

• Experience with R&D Tax Incentive program (minimum 4 years’ experience)
• Experience in dealing with technical challenges faced by industry professionals, such as engineering design, the development or improvement of manufacturing processes, development of new products and improvement to existing products.
• Business acumen and relevant commercial exposure in terms of understanding the marketability of new products and processes.
• Leadership skills and ambitions, and experience with or ambition to delegate, coach, and mentor junior team members
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
• A collaborative working style with excellent communication and presentational skills (both oral and written)
• Self-motivated, pro-active, innovative, and enthusiastic

What we can offer you

• Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Discover how, when and where you can work at ey.com/au/flexibility
• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness

• Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits

Acknowledgement of Country


EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation


Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.


Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging — where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all.
We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com . Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.


EY | Building a better working world


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Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.