A few days ago BBBH61725 R&D Tax Manager £40000.00 - £50000.00 per annum Belfast

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Belfast is seeking an R&D Tax Manager to join their expanding team. The R&D Tax Manager will manage a client portfolio, lead a team, and ensure compliance with current legislation. The ideal candidate will have experience in R&D tax relief, possess strong report-writing skills, and be confident in client engagement. The role offers various benefits including an annual bonus, pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Pension

Life Assurance 4 x Salary

Medical Option

Health & Well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in R&D tax relief with strong report-writing skills.
• Confident in client-facing work and knowledgeable on current legislation.
• Experienced in managing team collaborations and ensuring deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion.
• Lead the team through the R&D process, supporting junior staff development.
• Conduct client interviews and handle HMRC enquiries.

Skills

R&D tax relief

Report-writing

Client-facing communications

Team collaboration

Job description

R&D Tax Manager - Belfast

MCSGroup is delighted to be working with a successful Accountancy Firm in Belfast to source an R&D Tax Manager to join their expanding team.

The Company:

One of the largest Accountancy firms in Belfast, recently acquired by a large group. The company re‑brand has helped with image in the market and now part of a bigger group providing better opportunities, work and clients – getting more work from a wider group from UK clients with NI/ROI entities. Now is the perfect time to join this growing firm.

The Benefits:

As a successful R&D Tax Manager, you will receive the following:

• Annual Bonus (Manager - 10%, Senior Manager - 15%)
• 23 days + 10 stats (Manager & below) (can purchase 5 days extra)
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• Pension
• Income Protection
• Medical (can opt in)
• Corporate Memberships - Chamber/Women in Business etc
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Well‑being

The Role:

As a successful R&D Tax Manager, you will have the following duties:

• Manage a client portfolio from onboarding through review, ensuring smooth workflow and timely job completion.
• Lead the team through the R&D process, maintaining quality standards, meeting deadlines, and supporting junior staff development.
• Conduct client interviews, improve their record‑keeping practices, prepare high‑quality reports, and handle HMRC enquiries.
• Organise and deliver educational seminars (in person or via Teams) and contribute to business development.

The Person:

The successful R&D Tax Manager will meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrable experience in R&D tax relief with strong, clear report‑writing skills.
• Confident in client‑facing work and knowledgeable on current legislation and case law.
• Experienced in team collaboration and staff management, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Open to applicants at Senior level and those from both large and boutique firms.

Application

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on 02896935506 or [e-mail]

Additional Information

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