R&D Tax Associate

Pinpointing Potential Limited; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking an R&D Tax Associate to manage tax claims and compliance for various clients. The role requires UK tax experience, preferably with R&D claims. The company offers mentorship and support for further studies. It is a fully remote, full-time position with a salary range of £35,000.00-£50,000.00 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' UK tax experience within a UK tax practice or R&D firm.
• In-depth knowledge of R&D claim processes.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio of clients for R&D tax claims.
• Prepare and manage R&D tax relief claims.
• Advise on EIS/SEIS compliance.

Skills

UK tax experience

R&D tax knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Education

ATT qualified or equivalent

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CA)

Job description

Overview

We’re working with a leading professional services firm that is seeking an R&D Tax Associate to join their expanding tax team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated tax professional to focus on R&D Tax Relief while gaining exposure to a broad range of other tax services.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and managing R&D tax relief claims, including technical reports and HMRC correspondence
• Advising on EIS/SEIS compliance and EMI/ERS returns
• Providing ad-hoc advice across personal and corporate tax matters
• Supporting process improvements within the tax function
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Candidate Profile

• ATT qualified (minimum) with an interest in progressing to CTA; or hold an equivalent professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CA) with a strong interest in progressing through relevant tax qualifications
• Minimum 3 years’ UK tax experience gained within a UK tax practice or specialist R&D firm
• In-depth knowledge of the end-to-end R&D process, including technical analysis, claim preparation, report writing and managing claims through to submission
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex tax matters clearly
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) and excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a professional environment

Contract and Benefits

• This role is fully remote and a full-time, permanent position
• The salary range on offer is £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per annum depending on experience and qualification level
• Please note that the post-holder must be resident in and have a legal right to work in the UK