Partnership Manager, Tax

BDO USA; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA in Detroit is seeking a Partnership Manager to provide tax and consulting services for Pass-Through clients. This role involves managing client relationships, performing tax planning, and supervising team members while ensuring compliance with tax regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, possess a CPA certification and have at least five years of experience in public accounting. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively are vital for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Five years of public accounting experience working with private clients.
• CPA certification is required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax planning, preparation, and research for Pass-Through businesses.
• Manage client engagements and supervise team staff.
• Provide timely advice to clients.

Skills

Detail oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Research and critical thinking skills

Ability to effectively delegate work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant field

Master’s degree in Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Partnership Manager, Tax is responsible for providing tax and consulting services to our Pass-Through clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform tax planning, preparation, and research for Pass-Through businesses, manage client engagements, and supervise and review work of team staff members.
• Prepare book and record write-ups and compose written tax advice or responses to IRS inquiries.
• Contribute to client satisfaction by delivering timely services and work product.
• Demonstrate an understanding of tax concepts and actively pursue increased tax knowledge through client assignments and current tax developments.
• Tax Compliance:
  • Ensure clients comply with all applicable authorities while minimizing their tax and reporting burdens and ensure firm staff comply with firm policies and the BDO Tax Quality Manual.
  • Conduct top‑level review of T/R and resolve all tax issues with clients, involving specialists when appropriate.
  • Communicate any issues identified in tax accrual reviews with client and Assurance.
  • Plan and review tax processes, including budgeting and staffing, monitoring engagement process and time versus budget, timely billing, and timely collection of accounts receivable.
  • Manage client relationships and expectations in accordance with the project.
  • Provide timely advice to clients.
• Research:
  • Identify when research is needed; frame issues clearly and report analysis concisely.
  • Apply firm and professional standards for preparation of written tax advice and returns.
  • Involve firm specialists when appropriate.
• Strategy Development:
  • Introduce and develop new or improved ideas to improve client, firm, or staff positions, such as reducing taxes or expenses.
  • Review studies of tax implications and offer alternative courses of action to clients.
  • Identify and leverage lessons learned on prior projects and provide input on process and method improvement.
• Other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Build a team of professionals by training and working together to serve clients with timely responses.
• Supervise associates and senior associates on all projects.
• Review work prepared by associates and senior associates and provide review comments.
• Train associates and seniors on use of current software tools.
• Act as a career advisor to associates and senior associates.
• Schedule and manage workload of associates and senior associates.
• Provide verbal and written performance feedback.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another relevant field, required.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or another relevant field, required.
• Master’s degree in Taxation, preferred.
• Detailed oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively delegate work as needed.
• Strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills as well as decision‑making skills.
• Capable of developing and managing a team of tax professionals.
• Capable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolutions.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with subchapter K of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 as amended.
• Working knowledge of and experience with Targeted Capital Account Agreements.
• Knowledge of 704(b) Capital & Tax Capital account maintenance.
• Knowledge of 704(c) allocations.
• Knowledge of optional basis adjustments under sections 734 & 743.
• Knowledge of section 752 liability allocations.

Experience

Five (5) or more years of public accounting experience working in the private client area (individual, estate, partnership, S-corporation, trust, and private foundation tax/consulting clients).

License / Certifications

CPA certification, required.

Software

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Salary Ranges

• California: $110,000 - $150,000
• Colorado: $95,000 - $130,000
• Illinois: $105,000 - $130,000
• Maryland: $113,000 - $120,000
• Massachusetts: $120,000 - $130,000
• Minnesota: $90,000 - $120,000
• New Jersey: $115,000 - $140,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $125,000 - $155,000
• Washington: $95,000 - $125,000
• Washington DC: $120,000 - $140,000

EEO Statement

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 EEO employer.