R&D Tax Manager

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accountancy firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced R&D Tax Manager to manage client portfolios and lead the R&D process. Responsibilities include conducting client interviews, improving record-keeping practices, preparing reports, and delivering educational seminars. The ideal candidate should have demonstrable experience in R&D tax relief, confidence in client-facing roles, and a collaborative spirit. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an annual bonus, life assurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Annual Bonus (10-15%)

23 days annual leave + 10 public holidays

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

Pension

Income Protection

Medical options

Corporate Memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & Well-being programs

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio from onboarding through review.
• Lead the team through the R&D process and maintain quality standards.
• Conduct client interviews and improve their record-keeping practices.
• Organise and deliver educational seminars.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

R&D tax relief knowledge

Strong report-writing skills

Client-facing confidence

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

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/clients - getting more work from 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.

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]

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