Your new company Hays client are one of the largest accountancy firms in Northern Ireland. We have over 29 years of experience, offering comprehensive accountancy solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across the UK and Ireland. We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented R&D Manager to oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring the smooth processing of claims from inception to submission. In this role, you will lead a team, manage workflows, and ensure compliance with R&D criteria while maintaining high-quality reporting standards. You will also play a key role in client engagement, delivering educational seminars, improving record-keeping processes, and handling HMRC enquiries. Your new role Key ResponsibilitiesManage portfolio of clients from inception to review Ensuring smooth processing of jobs from information collection through to submission Organise workflow to ensure prompt completion of jobs Manage team throughout the R&D process and ensure deadlines are met Organise educational seminars with clients and present either in person or via Teams Work with clients to improve their record keeping and approach Interview clients with junior staff and ensure all R&D criterion are being met Deal with any HMRC enquiries that may arise Ensure Reports are complete and of a high standard before final review by Senior Tax Manager/Director Assist in the training of junior staff Business Development Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Degree level accreditation - engineering/software or other relevant technical area Excellent report writing skills Comfortable in client facing role Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law Experience of R&D calculations preferable but not essential Experience of working as part of a team and managing staff Able to manage both staff and jobs to ensure all relevant deadlines are met What you'll need to succeed BenefitsWe offer competitive salaries and benefits, including pension, benefits hub, and an agile working policy. We provide continuous training and development opportunities, as well as mentoring and coaching from senior staff. We have a diverse and inclusive culture, where you can work with colleagues from different backgrounds and perspectives. We have a strong social responsibility ethos, and we support various charities and community initiatives We have a fun and friendly atmosphere, where you can enjoy social events and team building. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: tax R&D tax ACA CA Benefits: 45000