Your new company
This is a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland, and beyond. With a wide network of employees and an abundance of inspiring opportunities, we are a top ten accountancy firm in the UK and the largest SME practice.

Your new role
You will be a skilled, enthusiastic individual to join our growing R&D Tax Service Line. The firm works with clients of all sizes, from start-ups to large corporates, assisting them in preparing claims for Research & Development tax relief across various sectors, including manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, software, and digital technologies.This role is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate seeking a move or a potential promotion to Assistant Manager. It offers a chance to lead projects, expand expertise in R&D tax, and advance your career by building client relationships and progressing into a management position where you can mentor junior team members.
Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Glasgow R&D Manager to manage the client portfolio.
• Join client meetings to discuss the R&D landscape, legislation, qualifying costs, and technical projects.
• Determine qualifying expenditure with clients.
• Prepare technical descriptions of client projects to present qualifying activity to HMRC.
• Prepare submission reports and Additional Information Forms (AIFs).
• Assist with marketing and business development activities as required.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in preparing R&D tax credit claims, including technical and financial elements, be degree qualified, ability to adapt for different clients and provide a tailored approach to meet specific needs, hold a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CA, ACA, CTA) beneficial but not essential. You will also have proven experience in client handling and managing a busy portfolio, excellent communication skills, both written and oral, good client-facing skills, comfortable with regular Teams meetings and phone calls and be well-organised, with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.

What you'll get in return
Along with a competitive salary, you will also receive a range of benefits which include hybrid & flexible working, birthday leave, professional subscription, and much more. This firm is growing, and you will have excellent career development opportunities moving ahead.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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