Tax Associate Director (4507) | Leeds, UK

MAZARS LIMITED; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global professional services network as a Research and Development Tax Associate Director. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to work with prestigious clients. You will develop methodologies, manage claims, and coach junior staff in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and experience in preparing R&D claims.
• Experience in managing client financials and delivering on budgets.

Responsibilities

• Develop claim methodologies and prepare R&D tax relief claims.
• Serve as the main point of contact for R&D Tax queries.
• Coach and review the work of junior staff.

Skills

Technical Tax Knowledge

Client Management

Business Development

Education

ATT Qualification

Job description

Forvis Mazars is an engine for rapid and consistent career progression, offering individually designed career paths with a culture to help you pursue your interests. We match your changing needs with hybrid working, and help you explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development.

Are you looking to make an impact as an Research and Development Tax Associate Director?

Are you looking to join our successful and reputable UK innovations and incentives business?

Are you seeking a hybrid office/remote working environment?

Do you want to achieve all of this and more with a global leader in audit & assurance, tax, advisory, and consulting services?

If so, then apply to the role today!

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Develop claim methodologies and prepare R&D tax relief claims for submission to HMRC for Forvis Mazars clients.
2. Serve as the main point of contact for all R&D Tax queries from Forvis Mazars clients and liaise with HMRC on their behalf.
3. Write technical descriptions of clients' projects and prepare supporting documentation for R&D claims based on UK BIS guidelines.
4. Coach and review the work of junior staff within your team.
5. Maintain strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and the preparation of R&D claims.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

1. Strong technical knowledge of UK R&D Tax and experience in preparing R&D claims.
2. ATT (or equivalent) qualification.
3. Demonstrated broad and strong technical tax knowledge and experience.
4. Experience in managing client financials, delivering on budgets, and negotiating fees.
5. Experience in identifying opportunities for business development within tax and other service lines.

This role can be full or part-time and is based at our Manchester or Leeds offices.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand worldwide, comprising Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership in over 100 countries and territories.

At Forvis Mazars, we celebrate individuality and thrive on teamwork. We empower our people to contribute personally to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change, and make an impact, enabling everyone to reach their full potential. More details can be found on our website.

Documents

• FM - 4507- R&D Tax Associate Director - JD.pdf (137.86 KB)

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