R&D Tax Credits
Support for Innovation

R&D tax credits can help eligible companies recover value from qualifying research and development activity, supporting innovation, technical problem-solving and future growth.

Support for eligible companies carrying out qualifying R&D activity
Potential corporation tax reduction, cash credit or tax rebate
Guidance to help identify projects, costs and claim requirements
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Innovation relief
Explore whether your technical work could support an R&D tax credit claim.

Why SMEs explore R&D tax credits with Acconomy

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Innovation Focus

Identify whether your company is solving technical or scientific uncertainty.

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Eligibility Review

Consider company status, project activity, qualifying costs and claim rules.

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Cost Clarity

Review the expenditure linked to qualifying research and development work.

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Claim Preparation

Build a clearer claim narrative with evidence, project detail and financial support.

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Funding Planning

Understand how tax relief can sit alongside wider funding and growth plans.

R&D Areas to Review

R&D tax relief is not limited to laboratories. Many businesses carry out qualifying work while developing products, improving processes or solving complex technical challenges.

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Technical Uncertainty

Projects may qualify where your team is trying to overcome scientific or technological uncertainty.

Often seen in
Engineering, software, manufacturing, science

Product Development

Developing new or improved products may involve qualifying R&D where technical challenges are present.

Often used for
Prototypes, testing, design improvements

Process Improvement

Improving internal systems, production methods or technical processes can sometimes support a claim.

Often used for
Efficiency, automation, technical workflows
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Advance Funding

Some companies may explore funding linked to future R&D tax credit payments rather than waiting for HMRC.

Often used for
Cash flow, reinvestment, project continuity

How to approach R&D tax credits

A strong R&D claim starts with the technical story. The aim is to understand what was uncertain, what work was carried out, which costs relate to that activity and how the claim should be prepared.

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Identify the projects Review where your business attempted to solve technical or scientific uncertainty.
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Review qualifying costs Consider staff time, subcontractors, materials, software, data or other relevant expenditure.
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Prepare the claim narrative Explain the advance sought, the uncertainty faced and the work undertaken.
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Plan the funding impact Understand whether the benefit may reduce tax, create a cash credit or support wider funding plans.

Who We Help

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R&D tax credit eligibility, claim value and treatment depend on current HMRC rules, company status, qualifying activity, qualifying expenditure and individual business circumstances. Tax rules can change, and claims should be reviewed carefully before submission. Acconomy does not guarantee eligibility, claim value or HMRC acceptance. Before proceeding, consider appropriate tax advice and ensure that any claim is accurate, evidenced and affordable for your business to support.