Tax Consultant

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: USD$80,000 – $100,000 per year
• Variable / Performance Incentives: Based on individual and team achievements

About Leyton

Leyton is a global innovation funding consultancy founded in 1997, with over 5,000 employees across 35 offices in 16 countries, including Boston, San Francisco, Houston, Phoenix, New York, Montreal, Toronto, Alberta, and Vancouver.

We help businesses of all sizes enhance their financial performance without disrupting core operations. In the U.S., Leyton specializes in innovation funding, including:

• R&D Tax Credit
• Orphan Drug Credit
• Section 174 Capitalization Compliance
• Grants and Other Incentives

We are a team of financial strategists, consultants, and industry experts committed to helping clients maximize available incentives while driving sustainable growth.

Role Overview

As an Experienced Financial Consultant – Innovation Funding, you will be a key financial advisor for U.S. clients, helping them identify and maximize innovation funding opportunities. Your focus will be on financial consulting and R&D tax incentives, guiding clients through the process from assessment to claim submission.

This role is ideal for professionals with 1–3 years of R&D tax incentive experience and a background in accounting, finance, or business. You will work closely with clients to deliver tangible financial benefits while contributing to Leyton’s growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Advisory & Funding Assessments: Evaluate client eligibility for innovation funding programs, focusing on R&D tax incentives, and provide strategic financial guidance.
• Client Management: Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients throughout the R&D credit study process, ensuring they feel supported and informed.
• Claims Preparation & Submission: Prepare, review, and submit financial claims with precision, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Financial Analysis & Recommendations: Analyze client financials to uncover opportunities for maximizing incentives, optimizing cash flow, and improving financial outcomes.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Engage with tax authorities to defend or clarify claims when needed.
• Participate in workshops, seminars, and conferences to share insights and professional perspectives on new government funding initiatives.
• Business Development Support: Identify potential clients and contribute to presentations or pitch meetings to grow Leyton’s client base.
• Regulatory Awareness: Stay up-to-date with changes to U.S. tax legislation, programs, tax laws, and incentive regulations, and communicate relevant updates to clients.
• Invoicing & Financial Tracking: Monitor generated and collected invoices, and follow up with clients to ensure timely payment.
• Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing: Work closely with internal teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and document best practices to strengthen Leyton’s advisory services.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in R&D tax incentive consulting or financial consulting related to innovation funding.
• Strong understanding of accounting, finance, or business operations; legal experience is not required.
• Excellent communication, client management, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Client-focused mindset with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial analysis tools.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business.
• Professional certifications (CPA, CMA, CFA, or similar) are a plus but not mandatory.

Why Join Leyton?

Growth & Development

• Launch your career in a global consultancy with clear growth pathways into senior business development and consulting roles.
• Access to international training programs through Leyton Academy.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced consulting professionals.
• Exposure to executive leadership and subject matter experts

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus structure.
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding global consultancy
• 18 days (144 hours) of accrued PTO per year
• 5 days (40 hours) of accrued sick leave
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and paramedical coverage.
• Healthcare HSA and HRA
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (compliant with state and local law)

Flexibility & Culture

• Fun quarterly team events and a supportive, inclusive workplace environment
• Volunteer and community engagement opportunities
• Work From Anywhere (WFA): up to one month per year
• Work From Any Leyton Office: up to two weeks per year, subject to approval

Equal Opportunity Employer

Leyton is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We focus on skills, potential, and commitment because talent knows no boundaries.