Job Description
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Leyton is a global innovation funding consultancy that helps businesses enhance their financial performance. As an Experienced Financial Consultant, you will advise U.S. clients on maximizing innovation funding opportunities, specifically focusing on R&D tax incentives and guiding them through the claims process.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate client eligibility for innovation funding programs, focusing on R&D tax incentives, and provide strategic financial guidance
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients throughout the R&D credit study process, ensuring they feel supported and informed
- Prepare, review, and submit financial claims with precision, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements
- Analyze client financials to uncover opportunities for maximizing incentives, optimizing cash flow, and improving financial outcomes
- 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
- Identify potential clients and contribute to presentations or pitch meetings to grow Leyton’s client base
- Stay up-to-date with changes to U.S. tax legislation, programs, tax laws, and incentive regulations, and communicate relevant updates to clients
- Monitor generated and collected invoices, and follow up with clients to ensure timely payment
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and document best practices to strengthen Leyton’s advisory services
Skills
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business
- Professional certifications (CPA, CMA, CFA, or similar) are a plus but not mandatory
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus structure.
- Career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding global consultancy
- Starting with four weeks of vacation.
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and paramedical coverage.
- Healthcare FSA and HRA
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave (compliant with state and local law)
- Complimentary time off in the summer and at Christmas
- Summer Fridays (half days in July and August)
- 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
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