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BDO USA

Tax Manager, State and Local Tax - Unclaimed Property

BDO USA, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107

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Tax Manager, State and Local Tax - Unclaimed Property

BDO USA is hiring for the Tax Manager, State and Local Tax - Unclaimed Property role. The position advises clients on tax implications and other accounting matters affecting business objectives, with an emphasis on unclaimed property compliance and consulting. This role uses tax and/or accounting skills in a consultative capacity, including project management, data analysis, financial auditing, internal controls, process or system enhancements, and occasional data modeling. The SALT Manager, Unclaimed Property will recommend alternate actions and methods of complying with unclaimed property statutes and regulations, manage projects, present to clients and states, coordinate compliance, audit defense and VDAs, manage client expectations and deliverables, support marketing, networking and business development, and apply new policies to compliance engagements. The role collaborates with Core Tax and Audit Partners, Directors, and Senior Managers to provide SALT expertise to clients.

Job Duties

Research:

Identifies complex situations when research is necessary, outlining issues and sources of research

Analyzes researched facts and sources to produce detailed findings

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

Keeps abreast of latest unclaimed property statutory, regulatory and case law changes

Unclaimed Property Compliance:

Obtains and manipulates client data to prepare annual escheat returns

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

Imports data into FSI Track and prepares returns

Identifies exemptions/deferrals and performs data reconciliations

Composes responses to notices from state authorities

Assists with due diligence letter processing and client payment processing

Provides assistance with exam support and communicates with clients and UP team members

Unclaimed Property Consulting:

Drafts memorandums, opinions and other documentation on escheat issues

Determines escheat planning processes and develops policies and procedures

Represents clients on unclaimed property audits and voluntary disclosures

Identifies gift card planning opportunities and conducts client interviews and onsite visits

Reviews GL detail and other source data for escheat items

Prepares and reviews schedules for analysis and assists with remediation procedures

Develops exposure quantification models and assists with client refund review

Applies tax consulting sub-specialties and collaborates with other STS professionals

Ensures engagement letters are adopted and manages engagements

Contributes to consultative selling strategies and achieves business development goals

Updates CRM and participates in trade organizations, public speaking and networking

Manages client expectations and oversees multiple engagements

Unclaimed Property Controversy:

Represents clients before tax authorities on contested issues

Unclaimed Property 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 the unclaimed property group

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise day-to-day workload of SALT Senior Associates and Associates on engagements

Ensure training on relevant software for staff

Evaluate performance and assist in goal setting and development

Deliver performance feedback and evaluations for staff

Act as Career Advisor to SALT staff as appropriate

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; accounting focus preferred

Five (5) or more years of experience in tax, financial statement auditing, internal auditing or forensic accounting in public accounting or in-house

Prior supervisory experience required

CPA, Attorney (admitted in U.S. jurisdiction), or EA (or equivalent) required

Proficient in Microsoft Office; Power BI, Alteryx and similar tools preferred

Experience and Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication; strong analytical and research skills

Strong organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects

Ability to work independently or in a team; capacity to build client relationships

Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on engagements

Advanced knowledge of tax standards and tax filing research

National Range: $79,800 - $168,000; Maryland, NYC/Long Island/Westchester, Washington DC ranges similarly listed.

About Us Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered on meaningful connections, curiosity, and being true to yourself, while delivering meaningful outcomes for our people, clients and communities. BDO is an ESOP company, sharing financial growth with our U.S. team. We provide assurance, tax and advisory services across the U.S. and in over 160 countries.

BDO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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