Corporate Tax Senior, Core Tax Services

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The Tax Senior, Core Tax Services is responsible for utilizing research skills, applying tax foundational knowledge to understand potential tax issues, gathering client information necessary for filing, participating in tax planning, recognizing and communicating potential risks, preparing tax accrual work papers, and working with tax software applications to complete tax returns for review. In this role, the Tax Senior, Core Tax Services may be charged with supervising and reviewing the work of Core Tax Services Associates.

• Tax Compliance – Ensure client compliance with applicable authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens; ensure Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual are followed.
• Plan and manage tax projects; coordinate engagement with preparers; conduct detailed reviews and provide review notes; raise potential tax issues; meet internal deadlines; identify book-to-tax differences.
• Research – Identify when research is needed; frame issues clearly; report analysis concisely; apply Firm standards for WTA and tax return preparation.
• ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals – Apply Firm policies and the Tax Quality Manual; prepare provision work papers; discuss uncertain positions; review footnote disclosures.
• Tax Consulting – Develop and implement methods to maximize client benefits, including reducing current and future taxes; identify opportunities; support client consulting projects; document significant tax positions and archive properly.
• Strategy Development – Propose new or improved ideas to improve client or Firm position; may prepare tax implication studies and offer alternatives.
• Other duties as required.

• May supervise and manage the day-to-day work of Core Tax Services Associates; provide performance feedback; mentor team members.

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics required OR Bachelor s degree in another focus area with CPA certification required.
• Masters in Accountancy or Taxation preferred.

• Two (2) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting or related experience preferred.
• Industry expertise in one or more tax specialty preferred; prior supervisory experience preferred.

• CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (EA) or equivalent preferred.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with tax research databases and tax compliance process software preferred.

• Solid verbal and written communication skills; ability to follow instructions; ability to prepare simple tax returns; proactive and able to delegate; trains other team members; strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills; able to work well in a team environment.

Individual salaries offered are determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. Salary ranges vary by location.

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture emphasizes meaningful connections, curiosity, and making a positive difference in the world. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, sharing financially in growth with our U.S. team.

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