R&D Tax Manager

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

To be successful in this role you'll need:

• 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

Want to find out more? Give Sam Minor a call on 07764700259 or email at sam.minor@pro-tax.co.uk

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