Partnership Experienced Tax Manager, Advanced Computational Services

BDO USA; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 94,500 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking an Experienced Manager in their Partnerships group to provide expert advice on partnership taxation and maintain client relationships. This role requires six or more years in tax, partnership accounting experience, and a CPA certification preferred.

The successful candidate will supervise tax associates, develop client benefits strategies, and lead team-building initiatives. A competitive salary range of $94,500 to $189,000 is offered, emphasizing the importance of expertise in complex tax issues.

Qualifications

• Six or more years of prior relevant tax experience required.
• Specialized partnership experience required.
• CPA certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on tax implications related to partnerships.
• Supervise associates on various tax projects.
• Train team members on tax research methodologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Research skills

Tax knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics

Master’s Degree in Accountancy or Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Tax research databases

Tax compliance process software

Job description

Job Description

An Experienced Manager in BDO’s Partnerships group is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives and various partnership‑specific items including section 704(b) and taxable income allocations, capital account maintenance, liability analysis and allocations, section 734(b) and 743(b) adjustment calculations, and Tax Receivable Agreement (TRA) calculations. The role involves understanding potential partnership taxation issues, assisting in the preparation of partnership‑specific computations, and contributing to the development of the group. The Experienced Manager also participates in process improvement and team‑building initiatives, maintains client relationships, and provides guidance to other team members.

Responsibilities

Tax Specialization

• Maintains and develops an in‑depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding partnership taxation.

Research

• Identifies when research is needed; frames issues clearly and reports analysis concisely.
• Identifies complex issues for the engagement team and provides research methodology.
• Trains associates and senior associates on research skills and framing tax issues.
• Involves firm specialists as appropriate.

Tax Consulting

• Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient methods to maximize client benefits and decrease taxes.
• Applies tax knowledge and business/industry understanding to recommend solutions.
• Maximizes client benefits while managing risk and implements applicable Firm strategies.
• Manages client expectations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises associates and senior associates on all projects.
• Reviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provides review comments.
• Trains associates and senior associates on software tools.
• Acts as a career advisor.
• Schedules and manages workload of associates and senior associates.
• Trains and mentors associates, senior associates, and managers.
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates, senior associates, and managers.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required; focus in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics preferred.
• Master’s Degree in Accountancy or Taxation preferred.

Experience

• Six (6) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting, or consulting/professional services experience required.
• Specialized partnership experience required.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Private equity experience, both fund and portfolio company levels, preferred.

License/Certifications

• CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or IRS Enrolled Agent ("EA") (or equivalent) preferred.
• Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to the role preferred.

Software

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance process software preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively delegate work as needed.
• Strong analytical, research, and critical thinking skills and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to develop and manage a team of tax professionals.
• Ability to effectively develop and maintain client relationships.
• Solid organizational skills and focus on details.
• Ability to successfully 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 firm and client personnel and interact with professionals at all levels.
• Ability to cultivate a positive team environment on engagements and contribute to professional development of team personnel.
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements.

Salary Range

• National Range: $94,500 - $189,000
• Maryland Range: $94,500 - $189,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $94,500 - $189,000
• Washington DC Range: $94,500 - $189,000

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"