R&D Tax Specialist

5 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom BDO UK LLP Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled R&D Tax Specialist to join our Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions (CMA) tax team in London. As a specialist in R&D tax relief, you will work closely with clients across various industry sectors, including automotive, aerospace, civil, defence, food & drink, life sciences, and electronics.

Your primary responsibility will be to undertake technical assessments of claims, reviewing technical summaries to ensure compelling descriptions are drafted before submission to HMRC. You will also identify qualifying R&D projects and expenditure through participation in technical discussions with clients.

As an R&D Tax Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring R&D claims meet the requirements of relevant tax legislation and guidelines. You will receive comprehensive training on tax matters through an internal induction and training programme.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised university degree in Information Technology or Computer Science, with a minimum of 3-4 years of experience working as an R&D tax practitioner. Strong sector knowledge, particularly in software-related R&D claims, is essential.

You will enjoy variety and stretch in your role, working with different clients and developing technical reports of their projects. Your excellent communication skills, both spoken and written, will enable you to interact effectively with senior staff, directors, and partners at BDO UK LLP.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake technical assessments of claims and review technical summaries to ensure compelling descriptions are drafted.
  • Identify qualifying R&D projects and expenditure through participation in technical discussions with clients.
  • Ensure R&D claims meet the requirements of relevant tax legislation and guidelines.
  • Liaise effectively with technical tax staff on the preparation of tax documents comprising R&D claims for submission to HMRC.
  • Support R&D Tax Relief claims in the event of HMRC R&D enquiries.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Recognised university degree in Information Technology or Computer Science.
  • Minimum 3-4 years of experience working as an R&D tax practitioner.
  • Strong sector knowledge, particularly in software-related R&D claims.
  • Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to different industry sectors.
  • Interact readily with other technical and finance professionals.

What We Offer:

BDO UK LLP offers a competitive salary range of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience. Our agile working framework allows teams to share ideas and collaborate effectively. We encourage professional development and provide opportunities for career growth. Join us in fuelling the UK economy by helping entrepreneurial businesses succeed.



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