Attorney in Milwaukee, WI

Min 2 yrs required

No

Req Number TRS-109022


# Strategic Federal Tax Services (SFTS) R&D/Fixed Assets/Inventory/Methods Senior Associate

## Job Description
As the Tax Senior Associate in our Strategic Federal Tax Services, Research & Development Tax Credit practice, you’ll navigate R&D tax credit complexity and provide insightful, practical tax advice for your clients – all with the resources, environment and support to help you excel. You’ll collaborate with SFTS leadership and take an active role in R&D projects, research tax issues, assist in conducting fieldwork, and potentially participate in sales and marketing efforts, because together is how we succeed. From day one, you’ll be empowered by working on R&D projects, conducted in accordance with firm standards and completed on time, within budget, to successfully support your team and help you achieve more, confidently.

## Responsibilities

* Assist in conducting fieldwork that may include visiting the client location, touring client facilities, investigating relevant facts, analyzing accounting information, supporting the preparation of cost lead schedules and cost summary schedules, assisting the completion of appropriate tax computations, and assisting with written reports summarizing the findings
* Participate in various project tasks at the same time
* Other duties as assigned

## Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in a related field
* Master's or . in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Financial Engineering, Management Science and Engineering, Financial Mathematics, Industrial Engineering or Operations Research preferred
* CPA or JD a plus
* Two years of experience in R&D tax credits
* Minimum of two2ears of experience in Accounting or Tax in public accounting or consulting
* Understanding of tax return mechanics
* Good understanding of federal and some state R&D rules and relevant court cases
* Candidate should be familiar with and have experience with amending tax returns
* Candidate must demonstrate ability to manage time, support multiple engagements, support leadership initiatives, and meet deadlines
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites. Candidates must be willing and able to travel approximately 8 to 10 days per month

## Benefits
At Grant Thornton, we prioritize overall well-being, offering flexible work schedules, options to work from home and participate in our medical, dental and vision insurance programs. We also offer a 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

## About Us
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.

## About the Team
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:

* Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
* Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for your and those in your household.
* We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you.
* When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at .

## Salary
The salary for this position is based on experience and qualifications.

## Next Steps
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at .

## Additional Details
It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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