Job SummaryThe Tax Experienced Senior, State and Local Taxation, applies industry knowledge and experience to clients by assisting in providing advice related to tax implications of their business objectives, recommend alternate courses of action, as well as identify different methods of complying with tax regulations. Additional responsibilities include applying 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 apply new policies to tax compliance and assist in handling routine questions from federal or state agencies. This role also serves as primary contact for the clients, as needed, including but not limited to preparing and presenting presentations to clients and potential clients.

Job Duties:

ResearchIdentifies when research is needed; frames issues to be researched; identifies sources of all information including information tending to contradict preferred positions, analyzes facts and authorities, and reports the analysisDemonstrates an in-depth level of understanding of various tax authoritiesApplies firm and professional standards for preparation of WTA and tax returnsDevelops and maintains relationships with in-state and out-of-state Department of Tax (DOT)/Department of Revenue (DOR) personnelTax ComplianceEnsures clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdensTracks availability and filing requirements regarding client-related informationApplies tax compliance knowledge with a high degree of accuracy and efficiencyUtilizes knowledge of preparation and issues to price services and sell related servicesDevelops service in accordance with SOX rulingsEnsures tax engagement letters are adopted prior to engagement work commencing and manages engagementsConducts detailed review of tax returns, and identifies basic, complex and advanced issues throughout the engagementCommunicates with clients to gather information when applicablePrepares and reviews taxability matrices for client transactions assuring timely review and accuracy of returnsTax ConsultingDevelops, recommends, and implements methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients' current and future taxesConsiders the applicability of all state tax consulting sub-specialties for each client, conferring with other tax consultants, when appropriateInterprets existing and new law and client facts to maximize benefitsInvolves other state tax sub-specialty subject matter experts, when appropriateApplies workplans for tax consulting projects performed for clientsEnsures client service teams comply with firm policy regarding WTA checklistDevelops consultative selling skillsProvides assistance with exam supportAssists in managing client expectationsInforms Core Tax Services leadership of state tax opportunities for clientsTax ControversyReviews assessment noticesMonitors client expectations regarding issues of controversyHandles routine questions from federal or state agencies with assistanceTax Related SoftwareUtilizes GoSystems, tax research databases and other tax-related software in the completion of assigned tasksTrains staff on all current software toolsTax SpecializationDevelops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxationManages specialization services efficientlyInvolves and works with firm specialists when client and proposal work related to areas in which the firm has specialistsOrganizes and conducts internal CPE training sessions in area of specializationAccounting for Income Taxes - SFAS109Reviews basic tax provisionsASC740-10Applies firm policies, standards and BDO Tax Quality Manual regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48Assists others in learning and applying FAS 109 and FIN 48Reviews tax provisionsCommunicates with Assurance counterparts to timely plan tax accrual reviewsStrategy DevelopmentIntroduces and develops new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm, or firm personnel by reducing taxes or expenses or providing non-tax benefits.

Reviews studies of tax implications and offers client alternative courses of actionAssists with research of potential tax strategies as well as implementationUnderstands documentation associated with tax strategiesIdentifies and leverages lesions learned on prior projects and offers input on how to improveSuggests marketing approaches for new ideasDiscusses simple tax strategies with clientBuilds client relationships, marketing, networking and business developmentProvides technical client service to multi-state companies with state and local income/franchise tax issues including research, planning, and controversy workAssists multi-state companies with state and local income/franchise tax planning, consulting, negotiation of settlements, voluntary disclosure agreements and state income/franchise tax audit representation (i.e., protests, refund claims and appeals)Makes high-level decisions regarding filing and preparation, and handles questions from federal and state agenciesEconomically and productively manages projects including billing and accounts receivable responsibilitiesEducates and advises professionals regarding state and local tax law as well as developing their careersOther duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises work assignments of SALT Associates, as appropriateProvides periodic performance feedback to and participates in... For full info follow application link. 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.