Attorney in Chicago, IL

In-House

Chicago, IL

Attorney in Chicago, IL

Non-practicing Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Tax Senior, Specialized Tax Services Partnerships

Job Responsibilities:

Tax Specialization:
- Develops an in-depth understanding of technical and practical issues regarding partnership taxation.
- Participates in organizing and conducting effective external CPE training sessions in area of specialization, involving specialists, at least once per year.
- Trains and mentors interns and associates.
- Trains interns and associates on how to use current software tools, as needed.

Research:
- Assists in identifying when research is needed; works with leadership to frame issues concisely for analysis.
- Identifies complex issues for research by the engagement team and provides research methodology for efficient process.
- May train interns and associates on research skills and help frame tax issues for analysis.
- Involves specialists as appropriate.

Tax Consulting:
- Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient methods to maximize client benefits, particularly by decreasing taxes.
- Collaborates with leadership to recommend solutions using a combination of tax and business/industry knowledge.
- Works with leadership to maximize client benefits while managing risk.
- Implements applicable strategies and manages client expectations.

Other Responsibilities:
- Participates in scheduling and managing workload of interns and associates.
- May supervise day-to-day workload of interns on various projects.
- May review work prepared by interns and associates, providing review comments.

Education and Experience Information:

Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics preferred.
- Master’s in Accountancy or Taxation preferred.

Experience:
- Two or more years of relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting, or consulting/professional services experience required.
- Specialized partnership experience preferred.
- Experience in private equity, both fund and portfolio company levels, preferred.

License/Certifications:
- CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a . jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (EA) preferred.
- Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to the role preferred.

Software:
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
- Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance process software preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively delegate work as needed.
- Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
- Solid organizational skills, especially in meeting project deadlines with attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task while working independently and within a group environment.
- Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with personnel and clients and interact with professionals at all levels.
- Ability to contribute to a positive team environment on engagements and to the professional development of team personnel.
- Professional presence and ability to act as primary ,250
- Maryland Range: $73,500 - $131,250
- NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $73,500 - $131,250
- Washington DC Range: $73,500 - $131,250

About Company:

Company's purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything they do. They focus on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for their people, clients, and communities. Company is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first by sharing financially in growth with the . team. Company professionals provide assurance, tax, and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the . and in over 160 countries through their global organization.

Company is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This plan offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits offerings, with the annual allocation fully funded by Company through investments in company stock, allowing employees to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, without employee contributions.

Company is committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, Company prides itself on welcoming diverse perspectives, empowering team members, celebrating ingenuity and innovation, and focusing on resilience and sustainability to positively impact people, clients, and communities.