Tax Experienced Manager, Alternative Investments

BDO USA; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 121,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA is seeking a Tax Manager in the Alternative Investments practice to provide tax compliance and consulting services for Venture Capital, Private Equity, Hedge Funds, and Real Estate clients in a Maryland-based role.

The position requires a CPA or equivalent, six+ years of tax experience, and supervisory capability. Maryland-specific salary ranges are provided, and the firm emphasizes client service, collaboration, and leadership within projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, preferred
• Master’s in Accountancy or Taxation, preferred
• CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or EA required
• Six (6) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required
• Prior supervisory experience, required
• Experience with Financial Services industry supporting Alternative Investment funds including Venture Capital, Private Equity, Real Estate, and Hedge Funds, preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance services for Alternative Investments clients (VC, PE, hedge funds, real estate)
• Assist with tax consulting strategies and planning
• Supervise Tax Seniors and Associates on engagements
• Lead complex engagements and manage budgeting and billing
• Build and maintain client relationships and ensure proper documentation of work

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Tax knowledge

Partnership taxation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Statistics

Master’s in Accountancy or Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word)

Tax research databases

Tax compliance software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As a team member in our Alternative Investments practice, the Tax Manager will assist in providing tax compliance & consulting services to BDO’s Venture Capital, Private Equity, Hedge Fund, and Real Estate clients.

Job Summary

As a team member in our Alternative Investments practice, the Tax Manager will assist in providing tax compliance & consulting services to BDO’s Venture Capital, Private Equity, Hedge Fund, and Real Estate clients.

Job Duties

Tax Compliance

• Ensures both that (a) clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and (b) self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (“TQM”)
• Applies understanding of client’s unique set of circumstances, documentation, and/or other requirements mandated by law and prepares required filings (tax returns) using a system of review and documentation to ensure that the client is in full compliance, while keeping the client’s tax and reporting burden’s as low as possible
• Ensures all data needed to comply with filing requirements are collected; identifies and properly communicates missing items to prepare return
• Utilizes Firm compliance software to maximize efficiency in tax prep process
• Effectively teams with Principal, Tax Seniors, and Associates on completion of project (follow-up with Open items list)
• Delivers high quality federal, state, and international tax compliance services
• Leads complex engagements with a team of tax professionals
• Manages the engagement, including billing, collections, and the budget for projects
• Builds and manages client relationships
• Ensures/Documents client work and conclusions in the client tax file
• Other duties as required

Tax Consulting

• Assist with identifying, developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective tax strategies

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Managing teams of Tax Seniors and Associates

Education

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, preferred
• Master’s 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
• Prior supervisory experience, required
• Financial Services industry experience supporting Alternative Investment funds including: Venture Capital, Private Equity, Real Estate, and Hedge Funds, preferred
• Proficiency in the taxation of partnerships, preferred
• Industry expertise in one or more tax specialty, preferred

License/Certifications

• CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (“EA”) (or the equivalent of one of these designations), required
• Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role, preferred
• CFP or Masters in Tax, preferred

Software

• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat, preferred
• Experience with tax research databases, preferred
• Proficient in 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 as well as decision-making skills
• Capacity to work well in a team environment
• Capable of developing and managing a team of tax professionals
• Ability to compose written tax advice
• 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 to clients

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.

California Range: $136,000 - $165,000

Colorado Range: $105,000 - $150,000

Illinois Range: $120,000 - $139,000

Maryland Range: $121,000 - $145,000

Massachusetts Range: $130,000 - $147,750

Minnesota Range: $100,000 - $130,000

New Jersey Range: $130,000 - $165,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $150,000 - $180,000

Virginia Range: $140,000 - $165,000

Washington Range: $130,000 - $145,000

Washington DC Range: $140,000 - $162,000

About Us

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.

Our Commitment

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
• Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
• Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
• BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much 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.

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