Reference #: 10692
Job Summary:
A STS Tax Senior Manager, State and Local Taxation is responsible for advising clients of the tax implications relating to their business objectives, recommending alternate courses of action, as well as identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations. In this role, the STS SALT Senior Manager will be charged with marketing, networking and business development within his/her area of experience and specialization and recognizing potential changes in tax policy and applying new policies to tax compliance. In addition, the STS SALT Senior Manager will work with the Core Tax Partners, Directors, and Senior Managers to provide SALT expertise to their clients.
Job Duties:
Research
Identifies complex situations when research is necessary providing an outline of the issue(s) and the appropriate source of research to be conducted
Analyzes researched facts and the sources utilized prior to composing a detailed report of the research findings
Develops relationships with in-state and out of state Department of Tax (DOT)/Department of Revenue (DOR) personnel
Tax Compliance
Conducts detailed reviews of tax returns with the ability to identify most significant state tax issues
Composes responses to notices from state taxing authorities
Provides assistance with exam support
Tax Consulting
Drafts tax memorandums, tax opinions and other documentation on various tax issues
Applies all applicable state tax consulting sub-specialties and confers with other STS professionals when appropriate
Determines tax planning process
Ensures tax engagement letters are adopted prior to engagement work commencing and manages engagements
Assists in the development of consultative selling strategies
Manages the expectations of assigned clients
Tax Controversy
Represents clients before any tax authority on contested issues
Tax Related Software
Utilizes GoSystems, tax research databases and other tax-related software in the completion of assigned tasks
Tax Specialization
Provides technical client service to multi-state companies with state and local tax issues
Conducts negotiation of settlements, voluntary disclosure agreements and state tax audit representation
Drafts technical memoranda regarding state and local tax issues
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 FIN48, as well as FAS5 for sales tax and unclaimed properties
Strategy Development
Reviews studies of tax implications to identify alternative courses of actions to benefits clients
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 benefits
Assist with researching potential tax strategies
Suggests marketing approaches for new client acquisition
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervises the day-to-day workload of STS SALT Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates on assigned engagements and reviews work product
Ensures STS SALT Managers, Senior Associates, Associates and Interns are trained on all relevant tax software
Evaluates the performance of STS SALT Managers, Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development
Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for STS SALT Managers, Senior Associates, Associates and Interns
Acts as Career Advisor to STS SALT Managers, Senior Associates, and Associates, as appropriate
Other duties as required
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or other relevant field required
Masters degree in Accounting/Taxation or J.D. preferred
Experience:
Eight + years of prior experience in state and local/multistate experience required
Prior experience supervising tax professionals on a project or engagement basis required
Prior experience preparing and/or reviewing tax provisions preferred
Prior experience with corporate taxation, consolidations and partnerships preferred
License/Certifications:
CPA certification or other relevant certification preferred
Software:
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and Word preferred
Exposure to and familiarity with standard tax applications and research tools preferred
Language:
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Superior analytical and research skills
Solid organizational skills especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
Capable of effective managing a team of tax professionals and delegating work assignments as needed
Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel
Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnel
Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
Ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
Advanced knowledge of appropriate application of tax standards to ensure effective and efficient delivery of tax services
Advanced knowledge of sources of relevant information utilized in tax filings
Advanced knowledge and understanding of cause / effect for taxable conditions on clients and the potential tax issues
Individual 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: $99,750 - $262,500
Maryland Range: $99,750 - $262,500
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $99,750 - $262,500
Washington DC Range: $99,750 - $262,500
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
