Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Leyton is a global innovation funding consultancy that specializes in helping businesses enhance their financial performance through various funding opportunities. The Experienced Financial Consultant will serve as a key advisor to U.S. clients, focusing on R&D tax incentives and guiding them through the funding process from assessment to claim submission.
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.
- 8 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 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
Company Overview
- We are an international consulting firm that helps businesses leverage financial incentives to accelerate their growth. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.leyton.com/uk.
Company H1B Sponsorship
- Leyton has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 2 in 2023, 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.