Tax Experienced Senior, State and Local Tax

Full-time

No

Requisition Number 5437
Experience Level Experienced
Employment Type Experienced Hire
Travel Percentage 10%
Auto req ID 5437BR

Summary:

BDO is currently seeking a Tax Experienced Senior, State and Local Tax in Chicago, IL. This role involves applying industry knowledge and experience to assist clients with tax implications and compliance, as well as identifying potential risks and changes in tax policy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience in state and local/multistate tax. A CPA certification is preferred and proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software is a plus. BDO offers a competitive salary range of $71,000 - $140,000, as well as opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package. Join BDO and make a positive impact while being valued for your individuality.

this role also serves as primary contact for the clients, as needed, including but not limited to preparing and presenting presentations to clients and potential clients. job duties:

research
identifies when research is needed; frames issues to be researched; identifies sources of all information including information tending to contradict preferred positions, analyzes facts and authorities, and reports the analysis
demonstrates an in-depth level of understanding of various tax authorities
applies firm and professional standards for preparation of wta and tax returns
develops and maintains relationships with in-state and out-of-state department of tax (dot)/department of revenue (dor) personnel
tax compliance
ensures clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens
tracks availability and filing requirements regarding client-related information
applies tax compliance knowledge with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency
utilizes knowledge of preparation and issues to price services and sell related services
develops service in accordance with sox rulings
ensures tax engagement letters are adopted prior to engagement work commencing and manages engagements
conducts detailed review of tax returns, and identifies basic, complex and advanced issues throughout the engagement
communicates with clients to gather information when applicable
prepares and reviews taxability matrices for client transactions assuring timely review and accuracy of returns
tax consulting
develops, recommends, and implements methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients’ current and future taxes
considers the applicability of all state tax consulting sub-specialties for each client, conferring with other sts consultants, when appropriate
interprets existing and new law and client facts to maximize benefits
involves other state tax sub-specialty subject matter experts, when appropriate
applies workplans for tax consulting projects performed for clients
ensures client service teams comply with firm policy regarding wta checklist
develops consultative selling skills
provides assistance with exam support
assists in managing client expectations
informs core tax services leadership of state tax opportunities for clients
tax controversy
reviews assessment notices
monitors client expectations regarding issues of controversy
handles routine questions from federal or state agencies with assistance
tax related software
utilizes gosystems, tax research databases and other tax-related software in the completion of assigned tasks
trains staff on all current software tools
tax specialization
develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation
manages specialization services efficiently
involves and works with firm specialists when client and proposal work related to areas in which the firm has specialists
organizes and conducts internal cpe training sessions in area of specialization
accounting for income taxes – sfas109
reviews basic tax provisions
asc740-10
applies firm policies, standards and bdo tax quality manual regarding fas 109 and fin 48
assists others in learning and applying fas 109 and fin 48
reviews tax provisions
communicates with assurance counterparts to timely plan tax accrual reviews
strategy development
introduces and develops new or improved ideas to advance the position of clients, the firm, or firm personnel by reducing taxes or expenses or providing non-tax benefits. , protests, refund claims and appeals)
makes high-level decisions regarding filing and preparation, and handles questions from federal and state agencies
economically and productively manages projects including billing and accounts receivable responsibilities
educates and advises professionals regarding state and local tax law as well as developing their careers
other duties as required

supervisory responsibilities:

supervises work assignments of sts salt associates, as appropriate
provides periodic performance feedback to and participates in the annual performance evaluation for sts salt associates, as appropriate
acts as a mentor to and assists in the professional development of sts salt associates, as appropriate

qualifications, knowledge, skills and abilities

education:

bachelors degree ,required
masters degree in accounting/taxation or j. , preferred

experience:

three (3) or more years of prior experience in state and local/multistate, required

license/certifications:

cpa certification or other relevant certification, preferred

software:

proficient in the use of microsoft office suite, specifically excel and word, preferred
ability to use standard tax applications and research tools, preferred

language:

n/a

other knowledge, skills & abilities:

excellent verbal and written communication skills
strong analytical and research skills
solid organizational skills
ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and client personnel
advanced knowledge of all tax return forms
excellent people development and delegation skills
ability to encourage a team environment on engagements
executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements
basic understanding of tax compliance
ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels
working knowledge of appropriate application of tax standards to ensure effective and efficient delivery of tax services
working knowledge of sources of relevant information utilized in tax filings
working knowledge and understanding of cause and effect for taxable conditions on clients and the potential tax issues
possesses excellent decision-making skills
ability to create written tax advice
basic understanding of the ability to represent the client before any tax authority on contested issues



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

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