SALT Managing Director, Credits and Incentives

Job Summary:The Tax Managing Director, State and Local Taxation is responsible for providing written tax advice to clients, evaluating alternate courses of action to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, recognizing potential tax risks and identifying potential changes in tax policy and regulations. In this role, the Tax Managing Director will be charged with marketing, networking and business development within their area of experience and specialization and maintaining key client relationships. Additionally, the Tax Managing Director is a critical part of the office's / region's Tax Services leadership team, and will act as a source for guidance on complex tax questions and issues.Job Duties:Research

Identifies all situations when research is necessary, and conducts appropriate investigation on identified topicsAnalyzes researched facts and the sources utilizedPrepares studies of tax implications and outlines alternative courses of action to clientsPartners with other Core Tax and Specialized Tax Services professionals to resolve complex and contentious matters

Tax Compliance

Ensures clients comply with applicable authorities while identifying options for minimizing the client's tax and reporting burdensManages engagements to ensure engagement metrics are achievedCollaborates with Business Development team and other strategic parties to drive sales tax compliance service offerings

Tax Consulting

Handles all inquiries from federal and state agencies regarding all tax issues and questionsDrafts responses to examiner questions and challengesMonitors implementations of work plans for tax consulting projectsProvides recommended solutions by combining tax knowledge and knowledge of business / industry

Tax Controversy

Represents clients before any tax authority on contested issuesResponds to all questions from federal or state agencies

Tax Specialization

Acts as industry expert in SALTIdentifies cross-selling opportunities with other tax specializationsManages SALT services provided to assigned clientsDevelops tools and/or improvements allowing for enhance the efficiency or services of the SALT practice

Accounting for Income Taxes - SFAS109

Prepares tax accrual workpapers

ASC740-10

Understands and applies industry standards, along with firm policies and BDO Tax Quality Manual requirements as they relate to FAS 109 and FIN48Recognizes, measures and documents financial benefits to clients

Strategy Development

Develops new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm or firm personnel through reduction in taxes or expenses or offering of non-tax benefitsParticipates in relevant industry groupsLeads marketing campaigns and external SALT initiatives

Other duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Supervises the day-to-day workload of STS SALT Senior Managers, Managers and Staff on assigned engagements, and reviews work productEnsures STS SALT Senior Managers, Managers and Staff are trained on all relevant tax softwareEvaluates the performance of STS SALT Senior Managers, Managers and Staff, and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional developmentDelivers periodic performance feedback, and completes performance evaluations for STS SALT Senior Managers, Managers and StaffActs as Career Advisor to STS SALT Senior Managers, Managers and Staff, as appropriateQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education :Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other relevant field requiredMaster's degree in Accounting, Taxation or other relevant field preferredJuris Doctorate preferredExperience :Ten (10) or more years of prior SALT experience requiredPrior experience supervising tax professionals on a project or engagement basis requiredPrior experience preparing and/or reviewing tax provisions high preferredPrior experience with corporate taxation, consolidations and partnerships preferredLicense/Certifications:CPA certification or other relevant certification preferredSoftware :Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word preferredExposure to and familiarity with standard tax applications and research tools preferredLanguage :N/AOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsSuperior analytical and research skillsSolid organizational skills, especially the ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on detailsAbility to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environmentAbility to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneouslyCapable of effectively managing a team of tax professionals, and delegating work assignments, as neededCapacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnelAbility to encourage team environment on engagements, and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnelExecutive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagementsAbility to successfully interact with professionals at all levelsAdvanced knowledge of appropriate application of tax standards to ensure effective and efficient delivery of tax servicesAdvanced knowledge of sources of relevant information utilized in tax filingsAdvanced knowledge and understanding of cause/effect for taxable conditions on clients and the potential tax issuesIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $157,500 - $420,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $157,500 - $420,000Washington DC Range: $157,500 - $420,000

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