R&D Assistant Manager, Top 10 Accountancy Firm
Newcastle
£35,000-£45,000 + Benefits + Hybrid Working
Do you want to work with cutting-edge businesses driving innovation?
Enjoy complex R&D tax relief and incentives projects?
Thrive in a role with clear progression and variety?
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package
* Private medical insurance, life assurance & generous pension
* Hybrid working model with flexibility
Your new firm:
Our client is a Top 10 UK accountancy and advisory firm, trusted by thousands of sophisticated businesses and private clients.
Following continued national growth, they are now looking to expand their R&D Tax team, supporting some of the UK's most innovative and high-profile organisations.
With a reputation for technical excellence and client care, this is your chance to join a collaborative and ambitious team in a role offering phenomenal career progression.
Your new role:
As an R&D Assistant Manager, you'll manage a portfolio of R&D and incentives clients, delivering high-quality claims for Research & Development tax relief, patent box relief, and creative industry reliefs .
You'll work directly with clients, often leading meetings and interviews to uncover the technical details of projects, before preparing and reviewing case study reports, claim calculations, and ensuring full HMRC compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing a portfolio of R&D and incentives clients from start to finish
* Leading client meetings to discuss technical project details
* Preparing and reviewing R&D tax relief and other incentive claims
* Liaising with HMRC and ensuring claims meet required standards
* Mentoring and developing junior team members
* Collaborating with managers and directors to support business growth
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
* CTA, ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent qualification
* OR degree in a science/technology field (e.g., engineering, software)
* Previous experience in incentives & reliefs or R&D tax
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proven people management experience
* Strong Excel and IT skills
Benefits:
* Competitive salary + benefits package
* Private medical insurance, life assurance & pension
* Hybrid working with real flexibility
Want to find out more? Drop an email to sam.priday@pro-tax.co.uk or call on 07846 741892
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