Senior Tax Specialist - Compliance & Strategy

BDO USA, LLP; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a Tax Senior in Core Tax Services to lead tax returns, plan engagements, and supervise Associates in an environment focused on accuracy and risk management. You will gather client information, perform research, and document positions while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

This role supports both tax compliance and consulting initiatives across multiple states. Successful candidates typically hold a CPA or equivalent, have strong communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics or CPA eligibility to begin.
• Masters in Accountancy or Taxation preferred.
• Two or more years of tax experience in public accounting, private industry, or consulting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Tax Compliance: ensure client and team adherence to authorities and firm policies.
• Research: identify when research is needed and clearly report analysis.
• ASC 740 Tax Accruals: apply Firm policies and prepare provision workpapers.
• Tax Consulting: support projects to reduce client taxes and document positions.
• Strategy Development: develop new ideas to reduce taxes or expenses for clients.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Research skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/et al.

CPA certification or equivalent

Master's in Taxation

Tools

GoFileRoom

Tax software

Microsoft Office

Job description

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a Tax Senior in Core Tax Services to lead tax returns, plan engagements, and supervise Associates in an environment focused on accuracy and risk management. You will gather client information, perform research, and document positions while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

This role supports both tax compliance and consulting initiatives across multiple states. Successful candidates typically hold a CPA or equivalent, have strong communication skills, and