Tax Manager, Corporate Tax/ASC 740

Job Summary:The Core Tax Services Manager is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues. In this role, the Core Tax Services Manager is charged with applying knowledge to understand potential tax issues and recognizing and communicating potential risks and changes in tax policy. Additionally, the Core Tax Services Manager will be involved in marketing, networking, and business development within an area of expertise and specialization, and may be asked to provide written tax advice to clients.Job Duties:Tax Compliance:Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual ("TQM")Conducts top-level review of T/R and resolves all tax issues with the client; involves specialists where appropriateCommunicates with the client and Assurance any issues identified in tax accrual reviewsPlans and reviews the tax process and procedures to include:Budgeting and staffingMonitoring engagement process and actual time incurred vs. budget with assistance of SeniorTimely billing including management of identified out-of-scope activity and communication to the clientTimely collection of A/RManages client relationships/expectations in accordance with the projectProvides advice to clients in a timely mannerResearch:Identifies when research is needed; clearly and concisely frames issues to be researched; and clearly and concisely reports the analysisApplies most Firm and professional standards for preparation of WTA and tax returnsInvolves firm specialists, as appropriateASC 740-10 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals:Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48Explains and discusses components of the income tax provision and uncertain tax positions to the client as well as other complexities surrounding ASC 740-10Communicates with Assurance counterparts to timely plan tax accrual reviews, including budget, scope, and delivery datesUtilizes and manages STS, as neededTax Consulting:Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients' current and future taxesConsiders the applicability of CTS and STS consulting specialties for each clientDevelops and implements a work plan to organize STS assistance on ongoing projects from clientsServes as a technical resourceEnsures client service teams comply with Firm policy regarding Written Tax Advice ("WTA")Provides effective assistance with exam supportFrames projects and issues for effective delegation to seniors and associatesTax Specialization:Develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation, e.g., individual, corporate, property, sales, corporate, pass-through, state and local, international, expatriate, transfer pricing, credits and incentives, compensation and benefits, accounting methods, R&D tax benefitsMay be required to organize and conduct effective internal CPE training sessions in area of specialization, involving Firm specialistsStrategy Development:Introduces and develops new or improved ideas to improve the position of clients, the Firm, or Firm personnel, e.g., by reducing taxes or expenses or providing non-tax benefitsReviews studies of tax implications and offers clients alternative courses of actionIdentifies and leverages lessons learned on prior projects, and offers input on how to improve processes and methodsOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Supervises associates and senior associates on all projectsReviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provides review commentsTrains Associates and Seniors how to use all current software toolsActs as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associatesSchedules and manages workload of associates and senior associatesProvides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associatesQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:Bachelor's degree, required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics, preferredMasters in Accountancy or Taxation, preferredExperience:Five (5) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting, or consulting/professional services experience, requiredPrior supervisory experience, requiredIndustry expertise in one or more tax specialty, preferredLicense/Certifications:CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent ("EA") (or the equivalent of one of these designations), requiredPossession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role, preferredSoftware:Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite, preferredExperience with tax research databases and tax compliance process software, preferredLanguage:N/AOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Superior verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively delegate work as neededStrong analytical, research, and critical thinking skills as well as decision-making skillsCapacity to work well in a team environmentCapable of developing and managing a team of tax professionalsAbility to compose written tax adviceCapable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationshipsExecutive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolutions to clientsIndividual 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.California Range:

$112,000 - $150,000Colorado Range:

$90,000 - $130,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:

$110,000 - $150,000Washington Range:

$110,000 - $125,000

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