R&D Tax Consultant, Leyton - Glasgow

Rutherford Cross is currently retained by Leyton an independent cost optimisation consultancy to help recruit a Tax Consultant for their Glasgow office. Their main objective is to rapidly improve the financial performance of its clients without radically changing their core business. Over the last 19 years' they have created an unique optimisation process which has proven to help leaders make distinctive, lasting, and substantial improvements to their overall performance. This success is a result of the distinctive blend of highly qualified tax professionals, lawyers, and consultants who can consult in almost every industry sector. Their specific expertise in the UK is in the identification and qualification of R&D claims, optimisation of R&D tax credits, Patent Box and acquisition of R&D grants.

This position is a client facing role which will demand a professional with the qualities of not only a technically competent tax advisor, but also a commercially minded business professional. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work with highly skilled and experienced engineers and scientists in the delivery of bespoke solutions to what is already a sizeable client portfolio. Our client’s track record and focus on excellence has resulted in 97% return business and a loyal client base, further highlighting the importance of effective communication skills and the ability to engage with clients and colleagues alike.

Key Responsibilities:
• First point of contact with clients
• Investigation and identification of qualifying R&D projects and draft of technical reports
• Participation in technical discussions with clients and colleagues to optimise claims through interviewing key business decision makers
• Prepare or review of R&D Tax Relief calculations, with support from technical colleagues, and the filing of the same with HMRC
• Providing support to R&D Tax Relief claims in the event of HMRC Audit/enquiries

Ideal Professional will have:
• Qualifications required CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA or ATT/CTA
• Background in UK corporation tax compliance is essential
• Experience of dealing with R&D Tax Relief or HMRC is preferable
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in UK corporation tax compliance
• HMRC audit experience – either dealing with HMRC with respect to R&D tax relief claims or having worked at HMRC R&D specialist units
• Strong interest in applying the R&D concept to a wide range of industrial sectors is a must
• Keen interest in scientific or technological development
• Experience in optimising capital allowances would be an added advantage
• Excellent organisational skills, communication skills and IT skills are essential
• Team player and ability to work on own initiative

For further information please contact Sophie Randles at Rutherford Cross for full position profile and invite to screening.