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Part-Time Tax Senior Manager, State and Local Tax - Unclaimed Property

BDO USA, Miami, Florida, us, 33222

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Part-Time Tax Senior Manager, State and Local Tax - Unclaimed Property Overview and responsibilities described below are for the Tax Senior Manager, SALT - Unclaimed Property, a part-time role focused on unclaimed property compliance and consulting, with project management, client communications, and potential business development responsibilities.

Job Description The Tax Senior Manager, SALT - Unclaimed Property is responsible for advising clients of the tax implications and other accounting related matters that affect their business objectives, with an emphasis on unclaimed property compliance and consulting. This role uses tax and/or accounting skills in a consultative capacity where sporadic data sets are obtained, analyzed and modeled. The individual will recommend alternate courses of action and identify methods of complying with unclaimed property statutes and regulations. Responsibilities include project management, client and state presentations, coordinating compliance, audit defense, VDAs, and other consulting engagements, managing client expectations and deliverables, marketing, networking and business development, and recognizing potential policy changes and applying new policies to compliance and consulting engagements. The Senior Manager will work with Core Tax and Audit Principals, Directors, and Senior Managers to provide SALT expertise to clients.

Job Duties

Research

Identifies complex situations when research is necessary, outlining the issue(s) and the appropriate source of research to be conducted

Analyzes researched facts and sources prior to composing a detailed report of findings

Develops relationships with in-state and out-of-state Department of Tax (DOT)/Department of Revenue (DOR) personnel, Department of Treasury, etc.

Routinely keeps abreast of latest relevant unclaimed property statutory, regulatory and case law changes

Unclaimed Property Compliance

Obtains and manipulates data from clients for annual escheat returns

Uses FSI Track, BDO Global Portal and other systems for data gathering

Imports data into FSI Track and prepares returns

Identifies appropriate B2B and other exemptions/deferrals

Performs reconciliations on data gathered to data reported

Composes responses to notices from state authorities

Assists with due diligence letter processing

Assists with client payment processing

Provides assistance with exam support

Communicates routinely with clients and UP team members

Unclaimed Property Consulting

Drafts memorandums, opinions and other documentation on escheat issues

Determines escheat planning process

Develops policy and procedures, address internal controls

Represents clients on unclaimed property audits and voluntary disclosures

Assists with gift card planning opportunities and implementation

Conducts client interviews, onsite visits, workplans, etc.

Reviews general ledger detail, banking records, and other data for escheat items

Prepares and reviews scheduling decks of sporadic data into UP templates for analysis

Assists clients with remediation procedures

Develops exposure quantification models for escheat

Assists with client refund review process

Applies all applicable state tax consulting sub-specialties and confers with STS professionals when appropriate

Ensures engagement letters are adopted prior to work and manages engagements

Assists in development of consultative selling strategies

Responsible for achieving/securing $500k - $750k+ annual business development goal

Responsible for achieving 5-10 annual new business leads

Routinely updates CRM entries

Participates in relevant trade organizations and public speaking, networking events

Manages client expectations and oversees multiple engagements

Unclaimed Property Controversy

Represents clients before tax authorities on contested issues

Unclaimed Property Related Software

Uses FSI Track, tax research databases and other software

Maintains knowledge of GL systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, AS/400, Epicor, etc.)

Participates in technology enhancements for unclaimed property group

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises the day-to-day workload of SALT Managers, Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements

Ensures staff are trained on relevant software

Evaluates performance and assists in professional development

Delivers performance feedback and evaluations for SALT staff

Acts as Career Advisor to SALT staff as appropriate

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, required; focus in Accounting, preferred

Experience

Six or more years of experience in tax, financial statement auditing, internal auditing or forensic accounting in public accounting or in-house, required

Prior supervisory experience, required

Licenses/Certifications

CPA, Attorney (admitted in US jurisdiction), or EA (or equivalent), preferred

Software

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel and Word) required

Experience with Power BI, Alteryx, and other software preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical and research skills

Solid organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines

Ability to multi-task and work independently or in a group

Ability to manage a team of tax professionals and delegate work

Strong client relationship skills

Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on engagements

Advanced knowledge of tax standards and tax research sources

National Range: $99,750 - $262,500; Maryland: $99,750 - $262,500; NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $99,750 - $262,500; Washington DC: $99,750 - $262,500

About Us BDO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences and value, with ESOP and Total Rewards benefits. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Accounting

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