Tax Manager (R&D Tax Relief)
We are looking for an experienced and detail oriented R&D Tax Manager to work remotely and oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring the smooth processing of claims from inception to submission.
In this role, you will lead a team, manage workflows, and ensure compliance with R&D criteria while maintaining high-quality reporting standards. You will also play a key role in client engagement, delivering educational seminars, improving record-keeping processes, and handling HMRC enquiries.
The role is remote-based, operating as part of Sumer Northern Ireland, with responsibility for servicing clients across Great Britain.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage portfolio of clients from inception to review
- Ensuring smooth processing of jobs from information collection through to submission
- Organise workflow to ensure prompt completion of jobs
- Manage team throughout the R&D process and ensure deadlines are met
- Organise educational seminars with clients and present either in person or via Teams
- Work with clients to improve their record keeping and approach
- Interview clients with junior staff and ensure all R&D criterion are being met
- Deal with any HMRC enquiries that may arise
- Ensure Reports are complete and of a high standard before final review by Senior Tax Manager/Director
- Assist in the training of junior staff
- Business Development
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Demonstratable experience of R&D tax relief
- Excellent report writing skills
- Comfortable in client facing role
- Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law
- Experience of working as part of a team and managing staff
- Able to manage both staff and jobs to ensure all relevant deadlines are met
Job Benefits
- We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including pension, benefits hub, and an agile working policy.
- We provide continuous training and development opportunities, as well as mentoring and coaching from senior staff.
- We have a diverse and inclusive culture, where you can work with colleagues from different backgrounds and perspectives.
- We have a strong social responsibility ethos, and we support various charities and community initiatives
- We have a fun and friendly atmosphere, where you can enjoy social events and team building.