Managing Director Corporate Tax Solutions

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Grant Thornton International Ltd. is hiring a Managing Director for Corporate Tax Solutions in Pittsburgh, PA. The role leads engagement teams, drives client tax strategies, and partners with specialists to deliver cross-functional tax solutions.

You will mentor staff, oversee engagements, and contribute to business development while maintaining client confidentiality and high professional standards. A hybrid work model is offered, with in-person presence required several days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Master’s degree in taxation or JD/LLM preferred.
• CPA or JD certification required or achievable within 18 months.
• 10+ years in national-level tax consulting or equivalent.
• Experience in corporate income tax and ASC 740 is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead client service delivery teams and ensure adherence to standards.
• Develop, mentor and evaluate staff; conduct performance reviews.
• Manage engagements, budgets and billing/hours targets.
• Drive business development and client pursuits.
• Collaborate with national tax offices and teams, in-person or remotely.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Tax consulting

Negotiation

Project management

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree in taxation

LLM in Taxation/JD

Job description

Managing Director Corporate Tax Solutions

Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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.
In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services ― and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.
In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

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 flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you 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. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• 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 www.gt.com/careers

Here’s what you can expect next: 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 www.gt.com/careers. Benefits: 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. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

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. AdditionalDetails: 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. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [e-mail]. For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For Massachusetts Applicants only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Grant Thornton does not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Job Description

As the Managing Director, Corporate Tax Solutions you’ll deliver personalized relationship driven services to create demand in the Pittsburghmarket while leading engagement teams for Corporate Tax Solutions all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.You’ll collaborate with other team members and specialists in our tax practice, including our Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), to support all areas of the client’s tax functions, because together is how we succeed.From day one, you’ll be empowered by our tools, technology, training, and support from other team members to take responsibility towork with and lead multiple engagement teams and help you achieve more, confidently.

Your day-to-day may include:

Utilize previous consulting and industry experience to help companies set and achieve their long-term goals

Lead multiple client service delivery teams in the active execution of engagements to help ensure compliance with firm and practice unit service delivery standards

Manage, develop, train, coach and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews

Perform engagement management responsibilities, including performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, project financials, quality review and client management

Meet or exceed targeted billing hours (utilization), sales targets for new and follow-on work as well as managed revenue targets

Leadand support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients

Working at a client site, with your team in the office or remotely. We empower teams to listen first to expectations of clients and teammates; then you and your team can determine when and where to work. No matter when or where, you will have the support you need to thrive.

Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality

Working closely with Grant Thornton Partners, Managing Directors, and other team members to promptly identify and resolve client problems or issues

Other duties as assigned

You have the following technical skills and qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Master's degree in taxation , LLM in Taxation or JD preferred

A minimum of 10 plus years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing clients at a national level

Relevant certification such as a CPA or JD is required. If you do not hold a relevant certification at time of hire , youmust be able to earn one within 18 months of starting with Grant Thornton.

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 skills, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Prior business development and sales experience is required

Prior experience in practice and team development is required

Extensive experience in the manufacturing industry required

Strong analytical skills and ability to perform quantitative analysis and develop business cases