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About the role
We are looking to recruit a talented R&D Tax Executive to join our expanding Corporate Tax team. This role will give you the opportunity to work with and advise a range of clients in relation to the delivery of our R&D Tax Relief proposition.
This position can offer a clear progression path and will enable you to develop your knowledge and experience further through the completion of interesting assignments as part of a full service accounting, tax and advisory firm. You will need to be passionate about delivering an excellent service to clients and enjoy working as part of a team.
Your day to day responsibilities will include:
Working with clients to identify opportunities for R&D tax relief/credits based on innovative technology activities.
Collaborating with tax specialists to compile activity details and qualifying expenditure for robust R&D claim reports for HMRC submissions, helping clients to successfully access the benefits of the R&D Tax Relief regime.
Serving as a positive role model and point of contact for R&D Tax Advisory services, supporting, coaching and upskilling colleagues to identify opportunities where their clients may benefit from R&D tax advice.
Leading the training and development of junior tax team members to enhance their ability to deliver R&D Tax services.
Contributing to the wider service offering, with opportunities to broaden tax expertise by engaging in other tax advisory and compliance services.
Joining a forward-thinking accountancy practice with excellent career development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact.
This role will enable you to take advantage of the hybrid working that we offer to our people, with the expectation that the greater part of your working week should be spent working at a Bishop Fleming office or on site at a client.
Whether you’re working from the office, from home or from a client site, we support our people to achieve the right balance of flexibility in line with delivering excellent client service.
Full study support (CTA, ACA, or ACCA) is available with this position, if required.
There is scope to shape this role to the experience and motivations of the appointed candidate.
About You
To be considered for the role, you will have:
A proven track record of delivering a wide range of R&D Tax Relief claims of varying complexity, with experience gained working in a full service accountancy firm or larger regulated specialist R&D practice.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills that enable you to build rapport with people at various levels.
Strong proficiency to project manage and organise numerous assignments to keep your work on track.
A background which means that you come to the role with previous accounting, tax compliance or tax advisory experience.
Ideally, ATT or ACA/ACCA (or equivalent); or be CTA qualified or part qualified, and looking to study towards completion of the CTA qualification.
The desire to contribute to the success of the R&D Team and Bishop Fleming and build a long-term career with the ambition to progress to Manager and more senior roles in an accountancy practice.
Why Bishop Fleming?!
Bishop Fleming is an award-winning and certified Great Place to Work® provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, the firm saw growth of almost 15% over the last 12 months. Currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector.
From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors.
Bishop Fleming is also a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries.
With * offices, over 47 partners, and over 500 people, we have the capability and capacity to meet our clients’ needs. From owner-managed businesses to large businesses; to schools, not-for-profit and public sector organisations; and private clients we have the full-service expertise to advise our clients.
If that’s not enough, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off!
Hybrid working
A contributory Pension scheme
Life assurance
Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services
Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts
Yulife employee wellbeing app
Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events
Numerous opportunities for development
About the role
We are looking to recruit a talented R&D Tax Executive to join our expanding Corporate Tax team. This role will give you the opportunity to work with and advise a range of clients in relation to the delivery of our R&D Tax Relief proposition.
This position can offer a clear progression path and will enable you to develop your knowledge and experience further through the completion of interesting assignments as part of a full service accounting, tax and advisory firm. You will need to be passionate about delivering an excellent service to clients and enjoy working as part of a team.
Your day to day responsibilities will include:
Working with clients to identify opportunities for R&D tax relief/credits based on innovative technology activities.
Collaborating with tax specialists to compile activity details and qualifying expenditure for robust R&D claim reports for HMRC submissions, helping clients to successfully access the benefits of the R&D Tax Relief regime.
Serving as a positive role model and point of contact for R&D Tax Advisory services, supporting, coaching and upskilling colleagues to identify opportunities where their clients may benefit from R&D tax advice.
Leading the training and development of junior tax team members to enhance their ability to deliver R&D Tax services.
Contributing to the wider service offering, with opportunities to broaden tax expertise by engaging in other tax advisory and compliance services.
Joining a forward-thinking accountancy practice with excellent career development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact.
This role will enable you to take advantage of the hybrid working that we offer to our people, with the expectation that the greater part of your working week should be spent working at a Bishop Fleming office or on site at a client.
Whether you’re working from the office, from home or from a client site, we support our people to achieve the right balance of flexibility in line with delivering excellent client service.
Full study support (CTA, ACA, or ACCA) is available with this position, if required.
There is scope to shape this role to the experience and motivations of the appointed candidate.
About You
To be considered for the role, you will have:
A proven track record of delivering a wide range of R&D Tax Relief claims of varying complexity, with experience gained working in a full service accountancy firm or larger regulated specialist R&D practice.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills that enable you to build rapport with people at various levels.
Strong proficiency to project manage and organise numerous assignments to keep your work on track.
A background which means that you come to the role with previous accounting, tax compliance or tax advisory experience.
Ideally, ATT or ACA/ACCA (or equivalent); or be CTA qualified or part qualified, and looking to study towards completion of the CTA qualification.
The desire to contribute to the success of the R&D Team and Bishop Fleming and build a long-term career with the ambition to progress to Manager and more senior roles in an accountancy practice.
Why Bishop Fleming?!
Bishop Fleming is an award-winning and certified Great Place to Work® provider of Audit, Accountancy, Tax and Advisory services in the South West and West Midlands. With a turnover of £48m, the firm saw growth of almost 15% over the last 12 months. Currently ranked fifth in the Accountancy Age Mid-Tier Power Index and is also the largest provider of audit services to multi-academy trusts in the academy sector.
From owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and large businesses; to entrepreneurs and private individuals; Bishop Fleming offers full services across a diverse range of sectors.
Bishop Fleming is also a member of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms in more than 100 countries.
With * offices, over 47 partners, and over 500 people, we have the capability and capacity to meet our clients’ needs. From owner-managed businesses to large businesses; to schools, not-for-profit and public sector organisations; and private clients we have the full-service expertise to advise our clients.
If that’s not enough, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including:
25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off!
Hybrid working
A contributory Pension scheme
Life assurance
Simply Health cashback plan including access to 24/7 online GP service and counselling services
Perkbox discounts and rewards platform with over 4,000 perks and discounts
Yulife employee wellbeing app
Social events with active social committees that plan internal and external events
Numerous opportunities for development
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The R&D Tax Executive position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Bristol offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.