Tax Strategy Director & Client Lead

BDO USA, LLP; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a Tax Managing Director in Minnesota to lead complex tax engagements and advise on high-profile client matters. You will supervise teams, ensure compliance with the BDO Tax Quality Manual, and contribute to business development across a regional tax practice.

The role requires deep industry tax knowledge, strong client relationship skills, and the ability to present strategic tax solutions to senior clients and partners.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience required.
• CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or EA (or equivalent) required.
• Experience supervising staff preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients comply with authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens; and ensure firm policies are followed.
• Manage engagements to achieve engagement management metrics.
• Provide hands-on client service and overall client relationship management.
• Review work and provide feedback to associates per TQM policies.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize client benefits and minimize taxes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Team management

Tax knowledge

Research

Education

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

Master’s in Accountancy/Taxation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax research databases

Tax compliance software

Job description

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a Tax Managing Director in Minnesota to lead complex tax engagements and advise on high-profile client matters. You will supervise teams, ensure compliance with the BDO Tax Quality Manual, and contribute to business development across a regional tax practice.

The role requires deep industry tax knowledge, strong client relationship skills, and the ability to present strategic tax solutions to senior clients and partners.