Senior Manager, Business Incentives Group

BDO USA; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA seeks a Tax Senior Manager in the Business Incentives Group to lead BIG tax credit and deduction initiatives for clients in a dynamic, client-focused setting.

You will guide engagements, mentor staff, and contribute to marketing and business development while ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in accounting, tax, or finance preferred.
• Seven+ years of prior BIG tax consulting experience required.
• CPA preferred; strong leadership and communication skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and deepens understanding of BIG tax benefits and positions.
• Identifies opportunities beyond BIG tax and advises clients accordingly.
• Leads tax consulting projects and implements client solutions for maximum benefits.
• Stays informed of new developments affecting BIG positions and guides partners.
• Identifies process improvements in documenting BIG benefits on exam and appeals.
• Supervises and reviews work of BIG staff and supports career development.
• Develops and presents marketing and sales opportunities to grow the practice.

Skills

BIG tax

Tax consulting

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Accounting/Tax/Finance degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Caseware

GoSystems

Job description

Job Description

A Tax Senior Manager, Business Incentives Group (BIG) is charged with helping clients identify, document, and support tax positions related to their BIG tax credits and deductions. The BIG Senior Manager is a critical member of the BIG leadership team and actively participates in the marketing and business development of the BIG practice. In addition, the BIG Senior Manager develops and drives process improvement and team-building initiatives, maintains client relationships, and acts as a source of guidance to team members.

Job Duties

• Tax Specialization
  
  
  
  • Maintains and develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding BIG tax benefits
  
  
  • Identifies client opportunities and issues having to do with tax specializations other than BIG
  
  
  • Tax Consulting
  
  
  • Develops, recommends, and implements solutions to provide clients maximum tax benefits
  
  
  • Stays informed of new legal and factual developments affecting clients’ BIG tax positions and identifies and communicates to partners effective approaches to optimize these positions
  
  
  • Identifies process improvements regarding, e.g., the processes of identifying, documenting, and supporting BIG benefits on exam and at appeals
  
  
  • Identifies non-BIG tax and business opportunities for clients and prospects
  
  
  
  


• Tax Controversy
  
  
  
  • Effectively represents clients before tax authorities
  
  
  • Responds effectively to inquiries from federal and state tax authorities regarding BIG tax issues and questions
  
  
  
  


• ASC 740-10
  
  
  
  • Understands and applies industry and firm FAS 109 and FIN48 standards
  
  
  • Recognizes, measures, and documents effectively financial benefit of BIG positions
  
  
  • Research
  
  
  • Identifies complex situations where research is necessary provides an outline of the issue (s) and conducts appropriate investigation on identified topics
  
  
  • Confirms accuracy of facts and sources where appropriate prior to composing a detailed report of research findings
  
  
  • Prepares studies of tax implications and outlines alternative courses of action to clients
  
  
  • Composes effective research memos in support of projects / transactions
  
  
  • Develops effective presentations for marketing and sales opportunities
  
  
  
  


• Tax Compliance
  
  
  
  • Ensures clients comply with applicable authorities
  
  
  • Identifies options for minimizing client tax and reporting burdens
  
  
  • Identifies “gray areas” and recognizes and communicates to partners related risks
  
  
  • Conducts detailed reviews of appropriate work papers and tax returns forms to identify basic, complex and advanced issues
  
  
  • Ensures firm risk management and tax quality control standards and protocols are met
  
  
  • Communicates with clients and appropriate Core Tax Services, Assurance, and Consulting personnel regarding any issues
  
  
  
  


• Strategy Development
  
  
  
  • Develops new or improved ideas and strategies to advance the position of clients, the firm or firm personnel
  
  
  • Suggests marketing approaches for new client acquisition
  
  
  
  


• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Effectively supervises and reviews the day-to-day work of BIG Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns


• Ensures BIG Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns are well trained in all required areas


• Effectively evaluates the performance of BIG Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance their professional development


• Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes constructive performance evaluations for BIG Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns


• Acts as Career Advisor to BIG Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, required


• Degree in accounting, tax, or finance, preferred

Experience

• Seven (7) or more years of prior experience, required


• Six (6) or more years’ experience in BIG tax consulting, required


• Prior experience supervising tax consulting professionals, required


• Prior experience preparing and/or reviewing tax provisions, preferred


• Prior experience with corporate taxation, consolidations, and partnerships, preferred

License/Certifications

• CPA, preferred

Software

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word


• Experience with tax related software and research databases such as Caseware, GoSystems, and other comparable programs

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the BIG tax area commensurate with the level of experience required above


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Superior analytical and research skills


• Solid organizational skills, especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details


• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently and within a group environment


• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously


• Ability to effectively manage a team of tax professionals and delegating work assignments as needed


• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with firm and client personnel and the ability to successfully interact with professionals at all levels


• Ability to cultivate a positive team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of team personnel


• Executive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagements

Salaries

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $99,750 - $262,500

Maryland Range: $99,750 - $262,500

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $99,750 - $262,500

Washington DC Range: $99,750 - $262,500

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well‑being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits.

• Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

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.

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