National Corporate Tax - Senior Manager

plantemoran; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Plante Moran in Denver is seeking an experienced tax professional to lead income tax provisions for mid-to-large clients, including public companies. This role emphasizes ASC 740 expertise, technical leadership, and high-quality client service.

You will supervise associates, manage engagements from planning to completion, and contribute to firm-wide initiatives while leveraging tax technology and best practices. A CPA or Bar license and extensive public accounting experience are required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in public accounting.
• CPA or Bar License is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare income tax provisions for clients, including certain public companies, that are audited by other accounting firms.
• Review provisions as a subject matter expert in an attest role.
• Serve as a national technical resource in accounting for income taxes (ASC 740) and deferred taxes.
• Review returns for recurring corporate tax clients (federal, foreign, state, local) and assist with audits.
• Assist with tax consulting on complex corporate tax matters.
• Lead engagements from planning through completion; manage tax compliance, planning, and provisions.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA or Bar License

Tools

CCH Axcess

Job description

Count on us. Our \"we-care\" culture is more than just a motto; it's a promise. From day one, we prioritize your growth, well-being, and success. You can count on us to support your career journey and help you achieve your professional goals. Join us.

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

Technical Responsibilities

• Prepare income tax provisions for clients, including certain public companies, that are audited by other accounting firms
• Review provisions as a subject matter expert in an attest role.
• Serve as a national technical resource as a firm‑wide resource in the area of accounting for income taxes (ASC 740), income tax provisions, and deferred taxes.
• Review returns for recurring corporate tax clients, including federal, foreign, state and local tax returns, estimated payments and extensions, and assisting with Federal and State tax audits
• Assist with tax consulting on complex corporate tax matters
• Determine appropriate tax objectives, scope and methodology and actively participate in decision making with client's management to understand the broader impact of current decisions and possible solutions
• Identify tax solutions and opportunities for clients including federal or state credits or items generated from tax law changes
• Effectively leverage available technology (i.e. CCH Axcess) and other resources to maximize technical application to project, and holds the engagement team to the same standard
• Serve as the primary engagement manager with economic responsibilities for billing, realization and collections

Relationship Building and Staff Development

• Participate in internal and external networking events, including client meetings, industry events, etc.
• Coordinate with Tax practice leaders and the Professional Standards Team on policy matters and practice matters related to accounting for income taxes.
• Contribute to business expansion efforts, including proposal development and sales calls
• Supervise and develop a team of 1-2 associates on each engagement in the areas of client engagement management and applied technical tax knowledge
• Immediate opportunity to work directly with Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners internally, and Accounting Managers, Controllers, and C‑Suite individuals externally

Firm Contributions

• Participate in the firm‑wide developing infrastructure, tools, templates, and practice matters related to the accounting for income taxes area.
• Participate in annual CORE training program which focuses on development of core competencies to facilitate your growth at the firm
• Opportunities to be involved in various non‑billable initiatives, including on and off‑campus recruiting, internal training facilitation, buddy system / mentoring program, development of thought leadership content, etc.
• Lead engagements from planning through completion; plan, execute and complete tax compliance, tax planning, and tax provision projects

The qualifications.

• 10+ years experience in public accounting
• Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• CPA or Bar License required.
• Additionally, there are opportunities for overnight travel to attend firm wide trainings and events
• Tax provision review and preparation experience

This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.

What makes us different?

On the surface, we're one of the nation's largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you'll see what makes us different: we're a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody 's perfect) with a world‑class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine's \"100 Best Companies to Work For,\" and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities.

Plante Moran enjoys a \"Workplace for Your Day\" model which, simply put, means we strive for flexibility and balance while staying true to our principally in‑person model. We believe that face‑to‑face interactions are paramount for individual and collective development, but also encourage individuals to work with their supervisor and team to determine their optimal working environment each day.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person's ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging our inherent dignity. When we can recognize - and celebrate - our many human differences, we're able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work.

Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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