R&D Tax Specialist

R&D Tax Specialist

Employer Location North Yorkshire, England Salary Up to £70,000 DOE Closing date 9 Nov 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band , , Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.

Job Details

Your new company
This is an opportunity to join a well-established and growing independent accountancy practice with a strong reputation across Yorkshire. Following a sustained period of growth, the firm is looking to strengthen its specialist tax offering and bring in an experienced R&D professional to support an expanding client base.

The business prides itself on its collaborative culture, long-standing client relationships and hands-on approach. You'll join a close-knit team where your expertise will be valued and where there is genuine opportunity to influence the direction of the service line.


Your new role
As an R&D Tax Specialist, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of R&D tax relief claims for SME clients across a range of sectors.

Working closely with clients, HMRC and internal stakeholders, you'll be responsible for managing claims from initial assessment through to submission and resolution, ensuring clients receive an excellent service throughout the process.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting R&D tax relief claims for a varied client portfolio
• Gathering technical and financial information from clients
• Liaising directly with HMRC regarding enquiries and claim reviews
• Managing appeals and supporting clients through the enquiry process where required
• Building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor
• Supporting the wider growth of the R&D service offering

This is a role for someone who can work autonomously, take ownership of their workload and make an immediate impact within the team.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you'll have:

• Previous experience preparing and managing R&D tax relief claims within an accountancy practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D tax legislation and HMRC processes
• Confidence dealing directly with clients and tax authorities
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• A proactive and commercially minded approach
• A professional qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Experience and the ability to deliver high-quality client work are the key requirements.
  
  What you'll get in return

In return, you'll receive:

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Hybrid working available (up to 2 days working from home)
• Genuine progression opportunities within a growing specialist team
• The opportunity to take on additional responsibility and help shape the future of the R&D function

If you're an experienced R&D tax professional looking for a role where you can take ownership, work closely with clients and join a growing firm with ambitious plans, we'd love to hear from you.