About the role

Corporate Tax Manager overseeing client engagements in tax compliance and consulting. Collaborating with team members and specialists at Grant Thornton to optimize client tax functions.

Responsibilities

Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget
Supervising, training, and mentoring senior associates, associates and interns on tax projects and assessing performance of staff for engagement reviews; performing in-charge role as needed.
Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to sell services to existing and potential clients
Reviewing tax returns prepared by staff and making recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities
Conducting primary review of ASC 740 income tax provision engagements
Researching and consulting on various tax matters; Utilizing Tax-related software to prepare and process returns.
Responding to inquiries from the IRS, State, and other tax authorities
Maintaining a good working relationship with clients and working effectively with client management and staff at all levels to gather information and perform tax services
Gaining an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives, and utilizing that knowledge on engagements
Attending professional development and training sessions on a regular basis
Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality
Other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Minimum four to seven years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience
CPA or JD/active law license required
Experience in public accounting is preferred
Experience in corporate income tax and strong ASC 740 Accounting for Income Taxes skills
Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP and corporate income tax laws and regulations
Strong working knowledge of broad-based statutory income tax compliance and consulting including state and local income taxes, taxation of international activity, and transfer pricing
Exceptional client service, communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Experience in OneSource Tax Provision preferred
Strong teamwork, analytical skills, and attention to detail
Can travel as needed

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