Jonathan Zimet

Senior Director
Specializes in research and development
Helps companies obtain tax incentives and government grants
Expert in applications for clean energy/decarbonisation grants
Melbourne
@alvarezmarsal
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Jonathan Zimet is a Senior Director with Alvarez & Marsal Tax in Melbourne. He specializes in research and development, helping companies obtain tax incentives and government grants. 

Mr. Zimet advises companies on how to maximise the amount of government funding available for their projects. He has worked with clients across a range of industries, including energy, engineering, manufacturing, construction, IT and finance.

Mr. Zimet has helped numerous companies apply for and receive grants of up to AUD70 million for clean energy/decarbonisation projects. 

Prior to joining A&M, Mr. Zimet spent 13 years with KPMG, serving most recently as a Director in the R&D Tax Incentive team where he helped clients obtain R&D Tax benefits totaling over $10 million annually. Mr. Zimet identified key tax risks and opportunity areas, proactively managed risks, including drafting position papers and applying for Advance Findings from AusIndustry. Mr. Zimet has a strong track record in assisting companies who are defending their R&D tax incentive claims against reviews from AusIndustry and the ATO.

Mr. Zimet earned bachelors’ degrees (Honours) in commerce and mechanical engineering from the University of Melbourne.

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