Research and Development Consultant

Buzzacott

Jul 18, 2023

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Research & Development
London

Requirements

2.1 Degree, ideally in science, technology, engineering or an information science subject or in a humanities subject along with a detailed interest in computer modelling, programming, or the application of technology within innovative businesses.
A minimum of 120 UCAS Tariff points from your top 3 A-levels, or equivalent (300 using the old tariff).
Possess an interest in software and technology along with a knowledge of key IT systems.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Demonstrable English Language skills, both verbally and written, with experience of writing reports or longer documents.
Experience with preparing a presentation or dissertation on a technical subject as part of degree course.
Interest in latest developments in innovation and technology.
Willingness to attend external events and assist with handling questions and queries.
Communication skills, in particular an ability to articulate complex topics in layman’s terms.

Responsibilities

Prepare and complete R&D tax claims, liaise with the client’s tax advisor to submit amended tax computations, and communicate with HM Revenue & Customs to ensure efficient processing of the R&D claims.
Attend technical discussion with the Firm’s R&D clients, and draft claim documentation for submission to HM Revenue & Customs for review.
Identify potential problem areas and involve managers/partners as appropriate.
Assist with reviewing R&D claims as part of tax due diligence assessment.
Assist with preparing budgets for R&D tax claim work, monitor own performance against those budgets and assist the Director in analysing time incurred on projects.
Produce clear and technically accurate reports and computations for submission to HM Revenue & Customs and clients.
Keep up to date with tax legislation and developments within the profession.
Assist in the administration of the R&D tax team business development activities.

Buzzacott

Trusted for the experience we have, the specialisms we understand, the relationships we build and the values we live by.

Accounting

Industry

201-500

Employees

1919

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Buzzacott is a top 25 UK accountancy firm based in St. Paul's, London, which provides tailored expertise for private clients, businesses and not-for-profit organisations. We’re trusted for the experience we have, the specialisms we understand, the relationships we build and the values we live by. We define ourselves by the needs of our clients, large and small, and work hard to build and maintain relationships that are personal, collaborative and enduring – to be a partner you can trust. We blend pragmatism and front-line experience with the insightful knowledge of an industry leader. Over 500 of us work co-operatively in specialist teams under one roof to tailor-make solutions for you, which also makes us the largest single office accountancy firm in the UK. We’re big enough to display deep knowledge over a broad range of specialisms, and small enough to understand the power of personal connections. As a member firm of PrimeGlobal, one of the largest international accounting associations in the world, we combine our personalised approach with multinational support across 100 countries.