Innovation Reliefs Assistant - Software Specialist

RSM UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Greater London seeks an Innovation Reliefs specialist to support R&D tax claims. The role involves client engagement, documentation preparation for HMRC, and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates possess a computer science degree and have a passion for learning about tax claims. The firm offers flexible working arrangements, 25 days holiday, and diverse benefits aimed at enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working

25 days holiday

Wellbeing benefits including access to a virtual GP

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or related field.
• Desire to learn about R&D tax claims preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support meetings with clients to explain services.
• Assist in preparing R&D tax relief claims.
• Liaise with internal colleagues to build networks.
• Prepare documentation for HMRC inquiries.
• Update the R&D engagement team on progress.
• Support R&D engagements including cost monitoring.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Computer science degree or similar

Job description

As one of the world's largest networks of audit, tax and consulting firms, RSM delivers big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. We are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions – we have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then RSM is the place for you.

Make an Impact at RSM UK

Our National Innovation & Capital Tax Reliefs Team works with a range of companies, from start-ups to multinationals, to assist them in the preparation of claims for Research & Development tax relief. We work with companies across all sectors most notably manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, software and digital technologies to assist them to identify and prepare successful tax relief claims. The variety of projects and impressive client list will challenge you every day, helping you expand your capabilities and grow professionally.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Innovation Reliefs to work in an actively growing, specialist Innovation Reliefs tax team at RSM. You will be embedded in a community of other software professionals who actively maintain and extend their technical learning and development.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Supporting meetings with clients and potential clients across the region to explain our services.
• Inputting on claim methodologies development and supporting the preparation of R&D tax reliefs for submission to HMRC.
• Liaising with colleagues across other taxes to build an internal network.
• Assisting the preparation of documentation and liaison with HMRC in response to enquiries into R&D tax claim.
• Ensuring that the R&D engagement team are fully updated on progress and any issues that might affect the client relationship.
• Supporting R&D engagements including cost monitoring and billing, risk procedures, deliverables and client relationships.

What we are looking for

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning new things, and enjoys connecting with people? If you can spot inefficiencies in everyday life and are passionate about making improvements, this role is perfect for you!

We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Here’s what we’re looking for in our ideal candidate:

• Computer science (or similar) degree or post graduate qualification.
• Desire to learn about preparing and submitting R&D tax claims in the sector.

What we can offer you

We recognize that our people are our most important assets. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have fulfilling experience, both in and out of work.

• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days)
• Lifestyle, health, and wellbeing including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP
• Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse talent development team

Diversity and Inclusion at RSM

At RSM, we want to create a strong sense of belonging so that people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures feel they can bring their true self to work. Our clients come from all walks of life. We aim to achieve that same diversity of background, experience and perspective in our own teams, so that we can genuinely understand our client's needs. Diverse teams bring a broader range of ideas and insights to work. That's why we're working together to ensure our firm's principles and processes support a firm culture that embraces difference and strengthens inclusion.