R&D Tax Manager

Bishop Fleming LLP; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is seeking an R&D Tax Manager to enhance their Corporate Tax team. The role involves identifying R&D tax relief opportunities, collaborating with specialists, and leading team development. Ideal candidates are ACA or CTA qualified with strong communication and project management skills, offering a competitive benefits package including 27 days holiday and hybrid working options.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working

Contributory Pension scheme

Life assurance

Wellbeing support plans

Perkbox discounts

Active social events

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering R&D Tax Relief claims.
• Experience in a full-service accountancy firm or regulated R&D practice.
• Desire to shape the success of R&D Tax Services.

Responsibilities

• Identify R&D tax relief opportunities based on client activities.
• Collaborate with tax specialists for R&D claim reports.
• Act as contact for R&D Tax Advisory services.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

People management

Project management

Accounting and tax compliance knowledge

Education

ACA or CTA qualified

Job description

Overview

R&D Tax Manager role at Bishop Fleming Chartered Accountants. This position offers the opportunity to work with and advise clients on the delivery of our R&D Tax Relief proposition within the Corporate Tax team. The role also provides a clear progression path and development through a range of assignments as part of a full service accounting, tax and advisory firm.

About the Role

We are looking to recruit a talented R&D Tax Manager to join our expanding Corporate Tax team. You will be passionate about delivering excellent client service and enjoy working as part of a team which you will help to run and shape. You will have opportunities to shape responsibilities based on your experience and career motivations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for R&D tax relief/credits based on clients7 innovative technology activities.
• Collaborate with tax specialists to gather activity details and qualifying expenditure for robust R&D claim reports for HMRC submissions.
• Act as an ambassador and key contact for R&D Tax Advisory services, supporting and coaching colleagues to identify R&D opportunities for clients.
• Promote and model Bishop Flemings services, integrating R&D advice with the firms broader offerings.
• Lead the training and development of the wider tax team to support R&D Tax service delivery and career growth.
• Contribute to delivering other tax advisory and compliance services to broaden tax expertise.
• Help shape responsibilities based on experience and career motivations within a forward-thinking practice with strong development prospects.

About You

• A proven track record delivering a wide range of R&D Tax Relief claims of varying complexity, with experience in a full service accountancy firm or larger regulated R&D practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and influence at all levels.
• People management experience with ability to coach and develop teams.
• Strong project management skills to organise multiple assignments and keep work on track.
• ACA or CTA qualified.
• Desire to help shape the success and development of Bishop Flemings R&D Tax Services proposition and build a local market presence.
• Other accounting, tax compliance or tax advisory experience is beneficial.

Why Bishop Fleming

Bishop Fleming is an award-winning Great Place to Work provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. The firm has a turnover of £48m and ongoing growth, with a strong position in the market and a broad client base across sectors. We offer full services across diverse sectors and are members of Kreston Global.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas time off
• Hybrid working
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Wellbeing and support plans including health cashback and 24/7 GP access
• Perkbox discounts and rewards
• Yulife wellbeing app
• Active social events and development opportunities

Additional information

We welcome flexible working arrangements, including remote or part-time options. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment, including background checks as part of our recruitment process.

Apply now.

Location notes: Brixton and Plymouth areas mentioned in role postings.