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UHY LLP

Tax Principal - Traverse City

UHY LLP, Traverse City, Michigan, United States, 49685


Position Summary

THE FOCUS IS YOU:

As a Tax Principal, you will assume a strategic leadership role, driving the growth and excellence of our tax practice. You will provide visionary guidance, manage high-level client relationships, and shape innovative tax strategies. Your extensive experience in tax advisory, team leadership, and business development will play a pivotal role in elevating our firm's reputation as a premier tax service provider.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Essential functions

Tax Strategy and Engagement Oversight:

Develop cutting-edge tax planning strategies that leverage industry insights and regulatory expertise

Provide visionary insights in areas such as tax optimization, risk management, and emerging tax trends

Review and oversee the preparation of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to internal quality control standards

Keep track of and manage tax filing deadlines, extensions, and other compliance requirements to avoid penalties and ensure timely submissions

Monitor engagement progress, budgets, and deadlines, making strategic adjustments as required

Research and Analysis:

Stay abreast of evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry developments, applying this knowledge to client engagements and internal training initiatives

Lead tax research efforts to address client inquiries, resolve complex tax issues, and guide decision-making

Client Communication:

Foster and nurture high-level client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor for complex tax matters

Lead client meetings, understand their financial objectives, and develop tailored tax strategies that align with their goals

Team Collaboration:

Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of seasoned tax professionals, encouraging a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence

Provide guidance, continuous learning opportunities, and support to facilitate the team's professional advancement

Process Improvement and Innovation:

Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance tax workflows, methodologies, and quality control procedures

Shape and execute the tax practice's strategic vision, aligning with the firm's broader goals

Implement innovations that improve efficiency, accuracy, and client satisfaction

Strategic Business Development

Drive the firm's business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, nurturing client leads, and expanding service offerings

Play a key role in proposal development, client presentations, and strategic partnership initiatives

Collaborate with executive leadership to drive projects that enhance the firm's market presence and competitive edge

Oversee the financial performance of the tax practice, including revenue generation, budgeting, and profitability analysis

Financial Management

Collaborate with finance teams to ensure financial objectives are met while maintaining high-quality service delivery

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required education and experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Minumum of 10+ years of progressive tax leadership experience in a CPA firm or related professional service environment

15+ years of relevant experience

CPA License

Responsible for completing minimum CPE credit requirements

Specific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications

Preferred education and experience

Advanced degree (Master's) or additional relevant certifications

Additional eligibility requirements

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE ARE

READY TO DELIVER

We take pride in our ability to combine local knowledge with national, regional, and international skills to provide you and your organization with the best resources possible. We harness the power of our network to empower you to achieve your goals, and to ensure we meet or exceed your expectations and objectives. UHY professionals get to know your business inside and out, and work with a solid understanding of what you need to succeed. Our dedication to delivering top-quality client service guides our every move.

A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT, GROWTH AND SERVICE

We know what we’re doing. We have deep roots in spotting and nurturing growth opportunities that goes back decades. Today, we are a global provider of exceptional service and part of one of the largest accounting, tax and consulting networks in the world. We’re dedicated to serving clients ranging from the dynamic middle-market to Fortune 500 companies. We believe that having a strong entrepreneurial mindset is key to growth, and we bring that mindset to every client experience.

AN ALTERNATIVE PRACTICE STRUCTURE TO BETTER SERVE YOU

A licensed CPA firm, UHY LLP offers audit and other attest services to public and private companies. UHY Advisors provides tax and consulting services, to a variety of business sectors.

Reach out to us today to learn how we can help you.

WHAT WE OFFER

Great Culture | Team-like culture of a small office with the benefits of a large firm

Competitive Compensation | Based on the role, credentials, and experience

Comprehensive Benefits| We offer group health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO