R&D Tax Consultants
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R&D Tax Consultants 
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HLB Mann Judd is an award-winning chartered accounting and advisory network operating across Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, with the Adelaide member firm established in 1948. Its R&D Tax Incentive specialists — including Adelaide division lead Troy Smith and R&D tax expert Mariana von-Lucken — advise start-ups, SMEs and ASX-listed companies across the network. The firm delivers end-to-end R&D support: a free, anonymous online eligibility self-assessment, planning and project-management/compliance tools, annual registration and lodgement, R&D tax schedule preparation, advance findings, R&D review and audit assistance, and completion of the income tax return including the R&D schedule.
Application Writing
Drafts and prepares your R&D Tax Incentive application, including technical narratives and supporting documentation.
Submission of Applications / R&D Lodgements
Handles the end-to-end submission of R&D registrations to AusIndustry and lodgement of R&D schedules with the ATO.
Advance/Overseas Findings
Submission of applying for Advanced and Overseas Finding application for the R&D Tax Incentive with the Department of Industry, Science & Resources.
Project Eligibility Assessment
Evaluates your R&D activities against legislative criteria to determine which projects and expenditure qualify.
Expenditure Review
Reviews and categorises your R&D-related costs to ensure all eligible expenditure is captured accurately.
ATO Audit Defence
Represents and supports your firm during ATO compliance reviews, audits, or information requests relating to R&D claims.
R&D Strategy Development
Works with you to build a forward-looking R&D strategy that aligns eligible activities with business goals.
Tax Return Lodgement
Prepares and lodges your annual company tax return, including the R&D Tax Incentive schedule.
Accounting Audits
Conducts independent audits of your financial statements, often required for larger R&D claims or grant acquittals.
CFO Services / Financial Forecasting
Provides outsourced CFO capabilities including cash flow modelling, budgeting, and financial strategy.
Startup Advice
Offers tailored guidance for early-stage companies on structuring R&D, accessing incentives, and managing cash flow.
A fit for innovative companies of all sizes — from start-ups and SMEs through to ASX-listed and $20M+ groups — that want their R&D Tax Incentive handled by a national chartered-accounting network with dedicated R&D specialists. Especially suited to businesses that want R&D run alongside audit, tax and CFO/advisory services under one roof, and to those who value a structured, compliance-led process (eligibility self-assessment, advance findings, and audit support) for higher-risk or scrutinised claims.
Learn more about claiming the R&D Tax Incentive with HLB Mann Judd.
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hlb.com.auLocation
Adelaide, SA
Firm Type
Large Firm
Year Established
1948
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