Discover Why Companies Choose Eide Bailly for Tax Incentives

Our expertise extends beyond R&D tax consulting. We use our knowledge to identify incentives and create strategies tailored to your organization’s needs, maximizing benefits and increasing cash flow.

What Sets Eide Bailly Apart
Our R&D tax credit consultants take the time to understand your organization’s business activities and tax situation to identify how you can take full advantage of qualifying for federal and state credits.

Our R&D tax credit services team leverages their deep understanding of tax laws and regulations to secure R&D credits and identify additional tax credit opportunities, helping you maximize your credit stack.
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Industry Expertise
Proven results in manufacturing, construction, technology, and more.
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    Expert Guidance
    Over 1,000 tax professionals across the U.S.
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      Maximum Savings
      Millions of dollars saved for thousands of clients.
        $1.5m saved in tax credits

        $1.5 Million in R&D Tax Credits

        A rapidly expanding company faced complex tax challenges — multiple shareholders, accelerated acquisitions, and diverse operations nationwide.

        They partnered with Eide Bailly to navigate these complexities and unlock significant tax benefits.


        How We Helped

        • Conducted a detailed analysis of qualifying research and development activities.
        • Collaborated with financial and technical teams across multiple entities to complete a comprehensive credit analysis.
        • Secured more than $1.5 million in federal and state R&D tax credits.
        • Introduced additional opportunities for savings, including Utility Sales Tax Exemption and other business credits.

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        What Our R&D Tax Credit Consultants Can Do for You
        As a Top 20 CPA firm with over 200 specialists in our National Tax Office, we bring practical tax expertise and forward-thinking guidance.

        Frequently Asked Questions

        • What is the R&D tax credit?

        • Who qualifies for R&D tax credits?

        • What activities make you eligible for the R&D tax credit?

        • What is the four-part test for qualified activities?

        • What are the benefits of the R&D tax incentive?

        • Do you provide compliance support?

        • Can you help with state R&D credits?

        • How much can my business save?

        • How long does the process take?

        • Do you offer ongoing advisory?


        Turn your innovation into tax savings with the help of Eide Bailly.

        Our business credits and incentives team can reduce the complexity of the R&D tax credit to help you maximize savings.

        Research & Development Tax Incentives Leadership

        Jim Donovan

        Jim DonovanCPA

        Partner/National Tax Office

        Jim has 25 years of tax consulting experience primarily focused in business credits and incentives for a variety of industries. He helps clients benefit from federal and state R&D tax incentives, which can include additional deductions and credits for activities many businesses consider a necessity to remain competitive in today's marketplace. Jim has written articles and enjoys speaking at conferences about business credits and incentives.