Top Benefits
About the role
LOCATION
Ottawa
FIELD
Accounting
CATEGORY
Full-time Permanent
TYPE
Hybrid
POSTED
October 15, 2025
CAREERS
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
Technical Writer
Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP
Headquartered in Ottawa, the key to our success is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace. With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.
We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility for growth and advancement; variety to explore different career paths; opportunity to specialize and deepen skills; and flexibility of work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.
Grounded in a values-led culture (care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.
National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm
Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally-owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec, Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves. Welch ranks as the 14th largest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.
About the Opportunity
Welch LLP is currently looking for a Technical Writer specializing in the area of **Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED)**for our Ottawa office.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Interviewing clients, uncovering all SR&ED eligible projects
- Planning, organizing, and executing engagements on time and on budget
- Preparing all necessary technical documentation to file a SR&ED claim on behalf of the client
- Proofreading and editing SR&ED project descriptions
- Assisting in the preparation of the financial documentation to file a SR&ED claim
- Advising and supporting clients before and during any CRA technical review for SR&ED tax credit claims
- Documenting all client interviews
- Gathering client support documentation as needed
- Assisting in developing project work plans and scheduling associated project deliverables
- Preparing other tax credit applications including digital media, film and TV tax credits
- Various other duties as requested
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Engineering or Science (Computer Science would be considered an asset) or 3 years of practical experience in science, technology or engineering fields.
- Technical writing experience is considered an asset
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work with minimal supervision on multiple projects
- Strong client focus and orientation towards achievement
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Working knowledge of MS Office applications
Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Welch LLP
Welch LLP is a Chartered Professional Accounting firm that provides a full range of accounting, assurance, tax, advisory and specialty services. Welch was founded in 1918 by George A. Welch and has grown to over 270 staff spread among 12 offices in Ontario and Quebec. Welch offers private enterprises, government and not-for-profit organizations industry specific services and knowledge with a relationship-driven approach to client service.
Top Benefits
About the role
LOCATION
Ottawa
FIELD
Accounting
CATEGORY
Full-time Permanent
TYPE
Hybrid
POSTED
October 15, 2025
CAREERS
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES
Technical Writer
Choose Local, Choose Welch LLP
Headquartered in Ottawa, the key to our success is continually evolving to meet the needs of its employees, clients and the marketplace. With a full suite of professional services, ranging from traditional assurance to expert business advisory, our clients respect and value the firm’s expertise and commitment to exceptional service. Our clientele is as varied as the economic landscape, ranging from start-ups to large, multi-divisional privately-held companies, not-for- profit organizations and public sector entities.
We offer our employees invaluable prospects: possibility for growth and advancement; variety to explore different career paths; opportunity to specialize and deepen skills; and flexibility of work-life balance to enjoy family and personal interests.
Grounded in a values-led culture (care, impact, empower), we are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive environment, in our leadership, and supporting our surrounding communities.
National Firm expertise, with the value and service of a small firm
Established in 1918, we evolved from a single office to the largest locally-owned and operated firm in the region. With 12 offices and over 300 people across Ontario and Western Quebec, Welch LLP has deeps roots in the communities it serves. Welch ranks as the 14th largest accounting firm in Canada and continues to grow.
About the Opportunity
Welch LLP is currently looking for a Technical Writer specializing in the area of **Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED)**for our Ottawa office.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Interviewing clients, uncovering all SR&ED eligible projects
- Planning, organizing, and executing engagements on time and on budget
- Preparing all necessary technical documentation to file a SR&ED claim on behalf of the client
- Proofreading and editing SR&ED project descriptions
- Assisting in the preparation of the financial documentation to file a SR&ED claim
- Advising and supporting clients before and during any CRA technical review for SR&ED tax credit claims
- Documenting all client interviews
- Gathering client support documentation as needed
- Assisting in developing project work plans and scheduling associated project deliverables
- Preparing other tax credit applications including digital media, film and TV tax credits
- Various other duties as requested
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Engineering or Science (Computer Science would be considered an asset) or 3 years of practical experience in science, technology or engineering fields.
- Technical writing experience is considered an asset
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work with minimal supervision on multiple projects
- Strong client focus and orientation towards achievement
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Working knowledge of MS Office applications
Welch LLP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Welch LLP
Welch LLP is a Chartered Professional Accounting firm that provides a full range of accounting, assurance, tax, advisory and specialty services. Welch was founded in 1918 by George A. Welch and has grown to over 270 staff spread among 12 offices in Ontario and Quebec. Welch offers private enterprises, government and not-for-profit organizations industry specific services and knowledge with a relationship-driven approach to client service.