BDO USA, LLP
Overview
Job Summary:
The Core Tax Services ("CTS") Senior Manager - ASC740 is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex corporate tax and ASC 740 tax issues. In this role, the Core Tax Services Senior Manager applies knowledge to understand potential tax issues and communicates potential risks and potential changes in tax policy. The Senior Manager will be involved in marketing, networking and business development within an area of expertise and specialization and may be asked to provide written tax advice to clients. Responsibilities
Tax Compliance
Ensures clients comply with all applicable authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens, and ensures self and client service teams comply with Firm policies and the BDO 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 procedures to be performed, including 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, and timely collection of A/R. Manages client relationships/expectations in accordance with the project and provides advice to clients in a timely manner.
Research
Identifies when research is needed; frames issues to be researched clearly and concisely; reports the analysis. Identifies complex issues to be researched by engagement team and provides research methodology for efficient research processes. Trains managers/staff on research skills and helps to appropriately frame ASC 740 tax issues for analysis; involves firm specialists as appropriate.
ASC 740-10 (fka FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
Applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO TQM regarding ASC 740; explains and discusses components of the income tax provision and uncertain tax positions to the client and other ASC 740 complexities. Communicates with Assurance to timely plan tax accrual reviews, including budget, scope and delivery dates. Reviews tax provisions with in-depth knowledge of ASC 740 and reviews prepared workpapers; utilizes and manages Specialized Tax Services (STS) as needed.
Tax Consulting
Develops, recommends, and implements efficient methods to maximize client benefits, particularly by decreasing current and future taxes. Considers applicability of CTS and STS consulting specialties for each client; develops and implements a work plan to organize STS assistance on ongoing projects; serves as a technical resource. Ensures client service teams comply with Firm policy regarding Written Tax Advice (WTA) and provides effective assistance with exam support; frames projects and issues for effective delegation to seniors and associates.
Tax Specialization
Develops deep understanding of technical issues and opportunities in one or more tax areas (e.g., individual, corporate, property, sales, transfer pricing, credits and incentives, compensation and benefits, accounting methods, R&D tax benefits). May organize and conduct internal CPE training sessions in area of specialization, involving Firm specialists; may train and mentor managers/seniors/associates on ASC 740.
Strategy Development
Introduces and develops new ideas to improve client position, reduction of taxes/expenses, or non-tax benefits; suggests improvements to previous work products or approaches. May lead marketing campaigns; presents complex strategies to clients and prospective clients; collaborates with the Firm's National Tax and STS to deliver high-quality deliverables and analyses on ASC 740.
Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises associates and senior associates on all projects Reviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provides review comments Trains Associates and Seniors on current software tools Acts as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associates Schedules and manages workload of associates and senior associates Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, required Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferred Experience : Eight (8) or more years of prior experience, required Experience in managing the process of preparing and auditing ASC740 computations for both privately held and publicly traded clients, required Prior supervisory experience, required Multinational client experience, preferred License/Certifications: CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (EA) (or the equivalent of one of these designations), required Software : Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat, preferred Experience with tax research databases such as BNA and RIA; Proficient in all tax compliance process software including GoFileRoom, GoSystem RS, Caseware, BNA Depreciation Software, or comparable programs and standard tax workpapers, preferred Language : N/A Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Superior verbal and written communication skills Ability to effectively delegate work as needed Strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills as well as decision-making skills Ability to work well in a team environment Able to develop and manage a team of tax professionals Ability to compose written tax advice Ability to effectively develop and maintain client relationships Executive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolutions to clients 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. California Range: $146,000 - $200,000 Colorado Range: $120,000 - $180,000 Illinois Range: $140,000 - $190,000 Maryland Range: $150,000 - $180,000 Massachusetts Range: $150,000 - $206,000 Minnesota Range: $130,000 - $190,000 New Jersey Range: $155,000 - $200,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $190,000 - $225,000 Washington Range: $150,000 - $190,000 Washington DC Range: $162,000 - $190,000
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Job Summary:
The Core Tax Services ("CTS") Senior Manager - ASC740 is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex corporate tax and ASC 740 tax issues. In this role, the Core Tax Services Senior Manager applies knowledge to understand potential tax issues and communicates potential risks and potential changes in tax policy. The Senior Manager will be involved in marketing, networking and business development within an area of expertise and specialization and may be asked to provide written tax advice to clients. Responsibilities
Tax Compliance
Ensures clients comply with all applicable authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens, and ensures self and client service teams comply with Firm policies and the BDO 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 procedures to be performed, including 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, and timely collection of A/R. Manages client relationships/expectations in accordance with the project and provides advice to clients in a timely manner.
Research
Identifies when research is needed; frames issues to be researched clearly and concisely; reports the analysis. Identifies complex issues to be researched by engagement team and provides research methodology for efficient research processes. Trains managers/staff on research skills and helps to appropriately frame ASC 740 tax issues for analysis; involves firm specialists as appropriate.
ASC 740-10 (fka FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
Applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO TQM regarding ASC 740; explains and discusses components of the income tax provision and uncertain tax positions to the client and other ASC 740 complexities. Communicates with Assurance to timely plan tax accrual reviews, including budget, scope and delivery dates. Reviews tax provisions with in-depth knowledge of ASC 740 and reviews prepared workpapers; utilizes and manages Specialized Tax Services (STS) as needed.
Tax Consulting
Develops, recommends, and implements efficient methods to maximize client benefits, particularly by decreasing current and future taxes. Considers applicability of CTS and STS consulting specialties for each client; develops and implements a work plan to organize STS assistance on ongoing projects; serves as a technical resource. Ensures client service teams comply with Firm policy regarding Written Tax Advice (WTA) and provides effective assistance with exam support; frames projects and issues for effective delegation to seniors and associates.
Tax Specialization
Develops deep understanding of technical issues and opportunities in one or more tax areas (e.g., individual, corporate, property, sales, transfer pricing, credits and incentives, compensation and benefits, accounting methods, R&D tax benefits). May organize and conduct internal CPE training sessions in area of specialization, involving Firm specialists; may train and mentor managers/seniors/associates on ASC 740.
Strategy Development
Introduces and develops new ideas to improve client position, reduction of taxes/expenses, or non-tax benefits; suggests improvements to previous work products or approaches. May lead marketing campaigns; presents complex strategies to clients and prospective clients; collaborates with the Firm's National Tax and STS to deliver high-quality deliverables and analyses on ASC 740.
Other duties as required Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises associates and senior associates on all projects Reviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provides review comments Trains Associates and Seniors on current software tools Acts as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associates Schedules and manages workload of associates and senior associates Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, required Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferred Experience : Eight (8) or more years of prior experience, required Experience in managing the process of preparing and auditing ASC740 computations for both privately held and publicly traded clients, required Prior supervisory experience, required Multinational client experience, preferred License/Certifications: CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (EA) (or the equivalent of one of these designations), required Software : Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat, preferred Experience with tax research databases such as BNA and RIA; Proficient in all tax compliance process software including GoFileRoom, GoSystem RS, Caseware, BNA Depreciation Software, or comparable programs and standard tax workpapers, preferred Language : N/A Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Superior verbal and written communication skills Ability to effectively delegate work as needed Strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills as well as decision-making skills Ability to work well in a team environment Able to develop and manage a team of tax professionals Ability to compose written tax advice Ability to effectively develop and maintain client relationships Executive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolutions to clients 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. California Range: $146,000 - $200,000 Colorado Range: $120,000 - $180,000 Illinois Range: $140,000 - $190,000 Maryland Range: $150,000 - $180,000 Massachusetts Range: $150,000 - $206,000 Minnesota Range: $130,000 - $190,000 New Jersey Range: $155,000 - $200,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $190,000 - $225,000 Washington Range: $150,000 - $190,000 Washington DC Range: $162,000 - $190,000
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