R&D Cost Consultant / Tax Specialist
Manchester
An established professional services business is looking to add an experienced R&D Cost Consultant / Tax Specialist to its Manchester team.
The role will focus on the financial and compliance side of R&D tax claims, working alongside technical specialists and clients to ensure claims are accurate, commercially sound and compliant with HMRC requirements.
The role will involve:
- Analysing client financial information to identify qualifying R&D expenditure
- Preparing and reviewing R&D tax claim costings
- Assessing payroll, subcontractor, consumable and other relevant costs
- Applying SME and RDEC legislation accurately
- Reviewing claims for compliance, risk and potential optimisation
- Supporting HMRC enquiries and compliance checks
- Working with clients and their finance teams to gather information and explain requirements
- Carrying out internal reviews and quality checks on claims
We're looking for someone with:
- Proven experience preparing or reviewing UK R&D tax claims
- Strong knowledge of R&D tax relief, including SME and RDEC
- Good financial analysis and cost-accounting skills
- Experience dealing with HMRC enquiries/compliance checks
- Strong attention to detail and a commercially minded approach
- The ability to interpret legislation and apply it practically
- ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent experience would be advantageous, as would experience within an R&D tax, accountancy or professional services environment.
This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of the financial and compliance side of R&D claims within a growing specialist team, with scope to develop their technical and client-facing responsibilities.
R&D Cost Consultant in Manchester employer: Focus Search and Selection Careers
Join a well-established professional services business in Milton Keynes, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative work culture that values client relationships and holistic financial planning. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing professional development opportunities, including support towards achieving Chartered status, all while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package. This role offers the unique advantage of working with a diverse client portfolio, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on clients' financial futures.
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