R&D Tax Manager, Wigan
£50,000 - £70,000 + Benefits + Bonus
We are currently working with a leading accountancy firm based in Lancashire who are looking to bring in an experienced R&D tax professional to take a lead on R&D tax relief across for the firm.
* Leading, well established accountancy firm
* Ex Big 4 Partners & Directors leading the practice
* Interesting and complex client variety
Your new role:
* Manage the end-to-end delivery of R&D tax credit claims in line with HMRC guidance
* Assess R&D eligibility and prepare clear technical narratives to support claims
* Calculate qualifying expenditure across staffing, subcontractors, consumables, software, and EPWs
* Advise on the correct application of relevant R&D regimes ("e.g. SME, RDEC")
* Act as the main contact for HMRC enquiries and manage enquiries through to resolution
* Review and sign off R&D claims, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance
* Stay up to date with legislation and HMRC practice, adapting approaches as needed
* Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, providing practical, risk-aware advice
Qualifications:
* Suitably qualified, ATT, ACA, ACCA or CTA
* Background and experience working in R&D tax advisory
* Strong technical report writing skills
* Previous experience working in an accountancy firm
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