R&D Tax Manager

R&D Tax Manager - Belfast

MCSGroup is delighted to be working with a successful Accountancy firm in Belfast to source an R&D Tax Manager to join their expanding team.

The Company:

One of the largest accountancy firms in Belfast, recently acquired by a large group. The company re‑brand has helped with image in the market and now part of a bigger group providing better opportunities/work/clients – getting more work from wider group from UK clients with NI/ROI entities. Now is the perfect time to join this growing firm.

The Benefits:

As a successful R&D Tax Manager, you will receive the following:

• Annual Bonus (Manager - 10%, Senior Manager - 15%)
• 23 days + 10 stats (Manager & below) (can purchase 5 days extra)
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• Pension
• Income Protection
• Medical (can opt in)
• Corporate Memberships - Chamber/Women in Business etc
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Well‑being

The Role:

As a successful R&D Tax Manager, you will have the following duties:

• Manage a client portfolio from onboarding through review, ensuring smooth workflow and timely job completion.
• Lead the team through the R&D process, maintaining quality standards, meeting deadlines, and supporting junior staff development.
• Conduct client interviews, improve their record‑keeping practices, prepare high‑quality reports, and handle HMRC enquiries.
• Organise and deliver educational seminars (in person or via Teams) and contribute to business development.

The Person :

The successful R&D Tax Manager will meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrable experience in R&D tax relief with strong, clear report‑writing skills.
• Confident in client‑facing work and knowledgeable on current legislation and case law.
• Experienced in team collaboration and staff management, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Open to applicants at Senior level and those from both large and boutique firms.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on  or b.dempsters Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

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