R&D Assistant Manager

--Powermax General Electrical Merchants Ltd--

Job Description

An award-winning accounting and tax advisory firm is seeking an R&D Assistant Manager to join their Cape Town-based Business Tax department.
 
Reporting to senior leadership , you will contribute to the R&D claim process, managing a client portfolio focused on software clients. You will conduct detailed tax risk analysis, identify tax-efficient opportunities, and provide line management and mentorship to junior team members.

Job Industry

Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services

Job Salary Currency

SAR

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Manage end-to-end delivery of a diverse portfolio of R&D tax claims, with a strong focus on software and technology-driven clients, from SMEs through to large, complex businesses
  • Oversee the full claim lifecycle, including preparation of technical reports and supporting financial analysis tailored to software development activities
  • Conduct detailed tax and risk assessments to ensure the strength and integrity of R&D claims, including review of relevant tax computations
  • Develop and refine claim methodologies based on a deep understanding of client systems, development processes, and technical data
  • Partner with senior stakeholders to identify and implement tax-efficient opportunities within innovative software environments
  • Take ownership of internal operations, including billing, work-in-progress management, and overall project delivery
  • Provide line management, mentorship, and technical guidance to junior team members within a growing specialist R&D tax team  

Professional Qualifications

Industry Qualification
Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services BCom. or BSc degree Qualified ATT (Association of Taxation Technicians) or CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser) (Beneficial). Proven experience managing the entire R&D claim process, including technical reporting and financial assessments. Previous experience managing a dedicated client portfolio. Industry experience or a strong technical background within the software and technology sectors. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook. Salary:

Application Process

Close Date

14/05/2026