Responsibilities
- Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
- Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge and proficiency in advanced technical skills necessary for advising clients.
- Performs all task related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
- Delegates and manages tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product.
- Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
- Maintains familiarity with qualifications of all tax staff members and reviews staff assignments for appropriateness.
- Supervises tax staff and provides on-the-job training.
- Responsible for the development, coaching and training of Supervising Seniors, Seniors, Semi-seniors and Staff accountants.
- Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
- Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.
Qualifications
- At least five to seven years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
- Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, Master’s degree in taxation preferred.
- A current and valid certified public accountant’s license is required.