Tax Manager

Tax Manager

www.myrecruiting.biz, the premier source for specialized Accounting recruitment in Texas, Louisiana and the Gulf South, is currently seeking Tax Manager for a Direct Hire opportunity in Houston, TX. Our client company has a long term growth plans for this Accounting firm and is seeking only the most talented and driven professional to join their team.



Job Description-Overview



As a Manager on our Tax Services Team, you will apply your industry knowledge and experience as you work on clients of the Firm to advise them of tax implications of their business objectives, recommend alternate courses of action, as well as identify different methods of complying with tax regulations. You may be responsible for teaching, instructing and reviewing the work of those with less experience. As a Manager, you will be responsible for marketing, networking and business development within your area of experience and specialization. You may provide written tax advice to clients. Other typical responsibilities will include applying your knowledge to understand potential tax issues, evaluate and select alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, recognize and communicate potential risks, identify potential changes in the tax policy and handle routine questions from federal or state agencies. You may be the main client contact for complex questions and information.



External Job Description - Essential Duties/Functions




Tax Compliance



Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and our Tax Quality Manual ("TQM").

· Conducts top level review of T/R and resolves all tax issues with client; involves specialists where appropriate
· Communicates with client and Assurance any issues identified in tax accrual reviews
· Plans and reviews the tax process and the procedures to be performed to include:
- Budgeting and staffing
- Monitoring engagement process and actual time incurred vs. budget with assistance of Senior
- Timely billing including management of identified out-of-scope activity and communication to client
- Timely collection of A/R
· Manages client relationships/expectations in accordance with the project
· Provides advice to clients in a timely manner;



Research



Identifies when research is needed; clearly and concisely frames issues to be researched; and clearly and concisely reports the analysis.

· Applies most Firm and professional standards for preparation of WTA and tax returns.
· Involve firm specialists, as appropriate




ASC 740-10 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals



Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and our Tax Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48.

· Applies, correctly and proactively, ASC 740-10, and Firm policies, standards, and our TQM regarding them
· Effectively explains and discusses components of the income tax provision and uncertain tax positions to the client as well as other complexities surrounding ASC 740-10
· Proactively communicates with Assurance counterparts to timely plan tax accrual reviews, including budget, scope and delivery dates
· Effectively utilizes and manages STS, as needed




Tax Consulting




Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients' current and future taxes.

· Considers the applicability of CTS and STS consulting specialties for each client;
· Develops and implements a work plan to include/organize the STS assistance on ongoing projects from client
· Serves as a technical resource
· Ensures client service teams comply with Firm policy; regarding Written Tax Advice ("WTA"),
· Provides effective assistance with exam support;
· Frames projects and issues for effective delegation to seniors and associates.




Tax 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 benefits.

· May be required to organize and conduct effective internal CPE training sessions in area of specialization, involving Firm specialists.




Strategy 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 benefits.

· Reviews studies of tax implications and offers clients alternative courses of action
· Identifies and leverages lessons learned on prior projects, and offers input on how to improve processes and methods




Other duties as required



Supervisory Responsibilities:

· Supervision of associates and senior associates on all projects
· Review work prepared by associates and senior associates and provide review comments
· Efficiently and effectively trains Associates and Seniors how to use all current software tools
· Act as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associates
· Schedule and manage workload of associates and senior associates
· Provide verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates




External Job Description ? Qualifications

· Possess proven solid verbal and written communication skills
· Possess excellent people development and delegation skills, including training/instruction
· Possess executive presence - needs to be able to be primary contact for the client, prepare and present presentations to clients and potential clients
· Possess client development/relationship-building skills
· Possess excellent decision-making skills
· Has ability to create some written tax advice
· Supervise and review work of associates and seniors
· Ability to develop and manage teams



Education:

· Four-year degree in Accounting
· May require MST/MBT



Experience:

· 5-8 years prior work experience
· Prior significant supervisory experience



License/Certifications:

· CPA (may not be required if possesses other professional degree applicable to role)



Software:

· Has expertise in tax compliance software including GoFileRoom, GoSystemRS, Caseware, Excel, Word, BNA Depreciation Software, Adobe, etc.; and in the use of standard tax workpapers, as required for the position



If you are in search of a challenging position as Tax Manager or know someone who would be interested in this, please contact Lee Youngblood at (832) 242-9408, or e-mail your resume to lee-resumes@myrecruiting.biz for confidential consideration.



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McIntyre Youngblood Recruiting, LLC, www.myrecruiting.biz is an equal opportunity employer specializing in direct hire employment and temporary staffing of accounting, finance, legal, administrative and information technology (IT) professionals in Houston, Dallas and New Orleans. With 30 plus years of experience we are able to provide experienced candidates at all levels including management consulting. MYRecruiting is a certified Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) and HUB qualified. McIntyre Youngblood Recruiting, LLC was named to Louisiana?s Top Business List for 2008 and 2011 by www.DiversityBusiness.com as a top emerging business.

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