R&D Tax Assistant Manager - Reading

Pro-Tax; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accounting firm is seeking an Innovation/R&D Tax Assistant Manager in Reading. Join their National Innovation & Capital Tax Reliefs Team, where you will lead R&D tax relief claims, advise diverse clients, and foster business development. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of UK R&D tax incentives, excellent communication and project management skills. This role offers career advancement in a collaborative and high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK R&D tax incentives and methodologies.
• Experience preparing claims and managing HMRC enquiries.
• Clear communication and excellent project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of R&D tax relief claims.
• Advise clients on identifying qualifying R&D activities.
• Drive business development across sectors.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support client success.

Skills

Knowledge of UK R&D tax incentives

Project management skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

Advance Your Career with a Top UK Accounting Firm - Innovation/R&D Tax Assistant Manager

Join a National Innovation & Capital Tax Reliefs Team, working with clients from start‑ups to multinationals across sectors including manufacturing, engineering, life sciences, and digital technologies. Help businesses access R&D tax relief while building deep sector expertise in a high‑growth, specialist team. We’re hiring an Innovation Reliefs Assistant Manager for the Reading office where career advancement is guaranteed.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the preparation of R&D tax relief claims, from technical interviews to report writing.
• Advise clients across industries on identifying qualifying R&D activity and expenditure.
• Drive business development and contribute to growth across the region.
• Collaborate with colleagues nationally to share insights and support client success.

What They’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of UK R&D tax incentives and claim methodologies.
• Experience preparing claims across sectors and managing HMRC enquiries.
• A clear communicator with excellent project management skills.
• A proactive mindset and a passion for innovation.

If you are interested please send through your cv asap to [e-mail]

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