Whatever the reason, many people find themselves in need of a second opinion or expert support to navigate the complexities of the scheme and HMRC’s compliance checks. That’s where we come in.
Independent review and clear guidance
The R&D Community offers independent claim support services designed to provide you with the clarity and confidence you need. Our experienced team can review your R&D tax relief claims, whether submitted or unsubmitted, and deliver impartial, accurate feedback.
We’re here to help you determine the best course of action. Whether it’s making adjustments before submission, confirming that the claim is good to go, considering withdrawing a claim, making a voluntary disclosure to HMRC, or even preparing a robust enquiry defence – we’ve got you covered.
Our Claim Support services
We provide a suite of services tailored to address your specific needs:
- Claim Check: Our comprehensive claim check service provides a thorough review of your R&D tax relief claim before submission. We examine all aspects of the claim to ensure accuracy and compliance, and identify any potential areas of concern. This service offers peace of mind and helps to minimise the risk of enquiries from HMRC.
- Enquiry Support: Facing an HMRC enquiry can be daunting. Our Enquiry Support service provides expert guidance to help you navigate the process. We’ll work with you to prepare a robust defence, manage communication with HMRC, and strive for the best possible outcome for your client.
- Eligibility Workshops: Determining eligibility for R&D tax relief isn’t always straightforward. Our eligibility review service provides a clear assessment of your client’s projects and activities to find out whether they qualify for relief. This service helps you to confidently identify eligible expenditure and maximise claim value for your clients.
Why seek external support?
While internal QA and colleagues can be valuable resources, there are times when an independent perspective is crucial.
- Objectivity: An external review provides an unbiased assessment, free from internal pressures or preconceived notions.
- Expertise: Our specialists focus solely on helping advisors and do not prepare claims themselves, instead developing an in-depth, up-to-date understanding of the legislation by assisting with enquiries, ADR and other forms of consultancy. Due to our work, we see a wide variety of claims at various stages and understand how HMRC generally responds to each.
- Peace of Mind: Knowing that your claim has been thoroughly vetted can significantly reduce stress and demonstrate that you’re taking whatever measures you can to secure a positive outcome for your client.
- Risk Mitigation: Identifying and addressing potential issues early can help you avoid costly mistakes and potential disputes with HMRC. For example, some accountants build our Claim Checks into their claim preparation process, ensuring a consistent level of independent scrutiny across the majority of their claims.
Who can benefit from Claim Support?
Our claim support service is valuable for a range of professionals and businesses:
- Newcomers to R&D tax relief: Those new to R&D tax relief can benefit from expert guidance to ensure accuracy, compliance, and get started on the right foot.
- Experienced R&D specialists: Even if you’re a veteran of the industry, sometimes you encounter a situation you’ve never seen before. In such a complex field, with numerous grey areas, a second opinion can spot issues you might not have noticed in your own work.
R&D tax relief is challenging no matter your level of experience. But with the right support, you can confidently navigate the scheme and ensure that claims you prepare and submit are accurate and robust.
Curious about how the claim support process works? Take a look at how we’ve helped other R&D advisors with their claims.
Accessing support for R&D tax relief claims
If you’d like a second opinion on an R&D claim, reach out to our claim support team today. We’ll set up an initial discussion of your issue and provide a tailored quote for our services, with rates starting from £250+VAT per hour. Let us help you move forward with confidence.
