Grant Thornton (US)
Partnership Tax Director
Grant Thornton (US), Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Job Description
As the Partnership Tax Director, you’ll lead the team’s production of primary and secondary reviews of complex tax returns and provide tax consulting services for your partnership clients – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with the Partnership Tax team and make recommendations on return preparation and tax savings opportunities, focusing on accuracy, quality and client service because together is how we succeed. From day one, you’ll be empowered by high quality tools and resources to thrive in your role to meet client needs, deliver high-value solutions, and help you achieve more, confidently.Your day-to-day may include:Evaluate the tax aspects of partnership agreements and manage the client’s Internal Revenue Code (IRC) 704b accounts.Attract and mentor talented professionals.Oversee the efforts of multiple client services teams on client engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete tax projects in a wide variety of industries; provide innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise to clients; market, sell, design, and implement tax-planning strategies for clients and manage to budget.Develop and maintain new business and client relationships, both with existing Firm clients and new clients.Manage, develop, train and mentor staff on tax projects and assess their performance for engagement and year-end performance reviews.Research and consult on various tax matters, primarily in Sub-chapter K-Partnership taxation; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters.Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure deadlines are met, and enhance client relationships.Lead and support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients.Other duties as assigned.You have the following technical skills and qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.CPA required.Minimum ten years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or a combination of industry and public accounting experience.Experience with partnership structuring, entity formation and mergers & acquisitions is preferred.Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, partnership returns, joint venture and non-corporate entity tax returns and understanding of Sub-chapter K partnership taxation, is required.Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.Ability to travel as needed.About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.About The TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes.Here’s what you can expect next:If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better.Benefits:We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.Additional Details:It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
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As the Partnership Tax Director, you’ll lead the team’s production of primary and secondary reviews of complex tax returns and provide tax consulting services for your partnership clients – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with the Partnership Tax team and make recommendations on return preparation and tax savings opportunities, focusing on accuracy, quality and client service because together is how we succeed. From day one, you’ll be empowered by high quality tools and resources to thrive in your role to meet client needs, deliver high-value solutions, and help you achieve more, confidently.Your day-to-day may include:Evaluate the tax aspects of partnership agreements and manage the client’s Internal Revenue Code (IRC) 704b accounts.Attract and mentor talented professionals.Oversee the efforts of multiple client services teams on client engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete tax projects in a wide variety of industries; provide innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise to clients; market, sell, design, and implement tax-planning strategies for clients and manage to budget.Develop and maintain new business and client relationships, both with existing Firm clients and new clients.Manage, develop, train and mentor staff on tax projects and assess their performance for engagement and year-end performance reviews.Research and consult on various tax matters, primarily in Sub-chapter K-Partnership taxation; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters.Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities.Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure deadlines are met, and enhance client relationships.Lead and support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients.Other duties as assigned.You have the following technical skills and qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.CPA required.Minimum ten years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or a combination of industry and public accounting experience.Experience with partnership structuring, entity formation and mergers & acquisitions is preferred.Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, partnership returns, joint venture and non-corporate entity tax returns and understanding of Sub-chapter K partnership taxation, is required.Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.Ability to travel as needed.About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.About The TeamThe team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes.Here’s what you can expect next:If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better.Benefits:We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.Additional Details:It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.
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