Tax Manager

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Tax Manager to support the Controller in overseeing domestic and international tax compliance and planning activities related to global operations. This role is based in Washington, DC and plays a critical part in identifying tax planning opportunities, enhancing internal tax processes, managing external tax advisor relationships, and overseeing the organization’s expatriate program. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong technical expertise in partnership taxation and international compliance, who can translate complex tax matters into actionable guidance for leadership.

• Oversee domestic tax preparation processes, including management of state tax election consents and review of quarterly composite and PTE estimates
• Serve as primary liaison with external tax preparers to enhance efficiencies and manage costs
• Review annual U.S. tax return work papers and act as the main point of contact for finalizing tax returns and K-1 filings
• Identify and implement tax planning strategies to optimize tax positions for the organization and its partners
• Monitor legislative changes and proactively advise leadership on potential impacts
• Manage state nexus compliance and conduct research regarding multistate exposure due to employee relocations or new client activity
• Review monthly and quarterly Sales & Use Tax filings and support audit or compliance initiatives as needed
• Assist with oversight of fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and annual personal property tax filings
• Ensure accurate preparation of M-1 work papers, optimize deductibility rules, and recommend process improvements to reduce audit risk

• Oversee and manage the expatriate program, serving as liaison with global mobility vendors and tax consultants
• Coordinate international entity tax filings across multiple jurisdictions, including Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East
• Review and/or prepare financial data related to international revenue recognition and withholding requirements
• Monitor international tax law changes and implement compliance updates
• Identify opportunities to reduce foreign tax exposure within applicable regulations
• Review VAT filings and ensure compliance with IRS withholding requirements (including W-8
  
  BEN documentation)
• Support multi-currency considerations and foreign tax reporting requirements
• Serve as an internal resource for ad-hoc international tax matters and provide clear reporting to management

• Develop and monitor annual budgets related to expatriate programs, tax advisory services, and related tax expenses
• Analyze monthly budget variances and provide recommendations

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• CPA required
• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Strong experience in partnership taxation required
• Experience in professional services environments utilizing cash/tax basis accounting preferred
• Knowledge of accrual accounting for international compliance purposes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Power BI preferred
• Basic understanding of U.S. tax equalization and hypothetical tax calculations
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate complex tax matters clearly to non-technical stakeholders