About the Role

We are looking to recruit a talented R&D Tax Manager 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 will enjoy working as part of a team, which you will help to run and shape.

Key Responsibilities

• Working with clients to identify opportunities for R&D tax relief/credits based on their innovative technology activities.
• Collaborating with tax specialists to gather activity details and qualifying expenditure for robust R&D claim reports for HMRC submissions.
• Serving as an ambassador and key contact for R&D Tax Advisory services, supporting and coaching colleagues to identify R&D tax opportunities for their clients.
• Promoting Bishop Fleming's services, integrating R&D advice with the firm's broader offerings.
• Leading the training and development of the wider tax team to support R&D Tax service delivery and advance their career growth.
• Participating in delivering other tax advisory and compliance services, offering a chance to broaden tax expertise.
• Shaping responsibilities based on experience and career motivations.
• Being part of a forward-thinking accountancy practice with strong prospects for career development and impactful work.

About You

• A proven track record of delivering a wide range of R&D Tax Relief claims of varying complexity, with experience gained in a full service accounting firm or larger regulated specialist R&D practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that enable you to hold strong relationships with senior stakeholders and influence at all levels.
• People management experience, able to coach and develop teams.
• Strong proficiency in project management and organizing numerous assignments to keep work on track.
• ACA or CTA qualified.
• A desire to help shape the success and development of the R&D Tax Services proposition, building a presence in the local market.
• Other relevant accounting, tax compliance or tax advisory experience is beneficial.

Why Bishop Fleming

Bishop Fleming is an award-winning employer and part of Kreston Global, a global network of independent accounting firms. With offices in the South West and West Midlands, we offer full services across a diverse range of sectors and a strong track record of growth and service delivery.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays plus Christmas off
• Hybrid working
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Wellbeing and healthcare options including Simply Health and 24/7 online GP services
• Perkbox discounts and rewards
• Yulife employee wellbeing app
• Social events with active committees
• Numerous opportunities for development

Closing Date: 30 November 2025

To apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. We welcome applicants seeking flexible working arrangements, including remote or part-time work, to accommodate parent or carer responsibilities, further studies, and activities outside of work. We carry out background checks on successful applicants as part of our recruitment process, including verification of references, right to work in the UK, and DBS checks where applicable.