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For over a century, we have built our reputation on deep industry expertise, a personalized approach, and a commitment to delivering real value to our clients.\nOur mission is to provide exceptional service while fostering long-term relationships built on trust and integrity. We serve a diverse client base across industries and sectors, helping organizations and individuals navigate complex challenges with confidence.\nAt PKF O’Connor Davies, culture is at the heart of who we are. We believe our team members are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and success through mentorship, professional development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to foster a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and team members can make an impact. We are also committed to supporting work-life balance, offering flexibility and resources to help our team members grow their careers while maintaining fulfilling personal lives.\nIf you are looking for a career where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a firm that values both excellence and community, PKF O’Connor Davies is the place for you!\nThe Tax Manager or Director will lead and manage multiple tax engagements for privately held and middle-market clients across a variety of commercial industries. This individual will be responsible for delivering high-quality tax compliance, planning, and advisory services while serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for clients on complex tax matters.\nThe Tax Manager or Director will work closely with Tax Partners and other professionals across the Firm to understand clients’ businesses, identify tax planning opportunities, evaluate the tax implications of business decisions and transactions, and develop strategies designed to minimize tax liabilities and compliance risk.\nThe successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge of corporate and partnership taxation, significant public accounting experience, and demonstrated success managing client relationships and engagement teams. At the Director level, the individual will also be expected to take a more significant role in client development, practice growth, staff development, and strategic leadership.\nKey Responsibilities\nPlan, manage, review, and oversee tax compliance engagements for closely held and middle-market businesses and their owners, including partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.\nReview complex federal, state, and local income tax returns and related workpapers for accuracy, completeness, and technical compliance.\nServe as a primary client contact and trusted advisor on complex tax compliance, planning, and business matters.\nDevelop a thorough understanding of clients’ businesses, industries, ownership structures, and strategic objectives to identify tax planning opportunities and potential risks.\nAdvise clients on the tax implications of business decisions, transactions, entity structures, and other strategic initiatives.\nIdentify and recommend tax planning strategies designed to minimize clients’ overall tax burden while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations.\nWork closely with Tax Partners to develop and execute tax planning and compliance strategies for clients.\nPerform and oversee technical tax research and prepare memoranda, correspondence, and other documentation supporting tax positions and recommendations.\nAnalyze complex federal and state tax issues and effectively communicate findings and recommendations to clients and Partners.\nIdentify technical tax risks and escalate significant or uncertain positions to the appropriate Partner.\nManage federal and state tax notices, examinations, and correspondence with taxing authorities.\nManage multiple client engagements simultaneously, including engagement scope, staffing, budgets, realization, deadlines, and overall service delivery.\nMonitor engagement progress and proactively address potential scheduling, budget, technical, or client-service issues.\nReview work performed by Associates, Senior Associates, and other engagement team members and provide timely, meaningful feedback.\nSupervise, coach, train, and mentor tax professionals while supporting their technical and professional development.\nParticipate in staff scheduling and resource planning to ensure engagements are appropriately staffed and client deadlines are met.\nCollaborate with professionals across other Tax, Audit, and Advisory service areas to identify and address broader client needs.\nIdentify opportunities to expand existing client relationships through additional Firm services.\nParticipate in prospective client meetings, proposals, networking activities, and other business development initiatives.\nAt the Director level, take an active role in developing new business, expanding client relationships, mentoring Managers, and supporting the strategic growth of the Tax practice.\nStay current on federal and state tax legislation, regulations, court decisions, and other developments that may impact clients.\nMaintain the highest standards of quality, client service, professional judgment, and Firm risk management.\nQualifications\nMust be able to work in the office a minimum of 3 days per week.\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university required.\nMaster’s degree in Taxation preferred.\nActive CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation required.\n7+ years of progressive tax experience within a public accounting firm required; additional experience expected for consideration at the Director level.\nSignificant experience serving privately held and middle-market commercial clients across a variety of industries.\nStrong technical knowledge of federal corporate and partnership taxation, including C corporations, S corporations, and partnerships.\nDemonstrated experience reviewing complex business tax returns and related workpapers.\nStrong knowledge of tax compliance and planning strategies for closely held businesses and their owners.\nExperience researching and resolving complex federal and state tax matters.\nExperience responding to federal and state tax notices and working with taxing authorities.\nDemonstrated ability to identify tax planning opportunities and translate complex technical concepts into practical recommendations for clients.\nStrong understanding of the risks associated with technical tax positions and the judgment necessary to identify and communicate significant matters to Partners.\nDemonstrated experience managing multiple tax engagements, client relationships, budgets, deadlines, and engagement teams.\nProven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to business owners, executives, and other key decision-makers.\nDemonstrated leadership experience supervising, developing, and mentoring Associates, Senior Associates, and other tax professionals.\nAbility to provide timely and meaningful written and verbal feedback and create an environment that supports professional growth and development.\nStrong business acumen with the ability to understand clients’ operations and recognize opportunities to provide additional value.\nExperience identifying cross-selling opportunities and introducing clients to other Firm capabilities.\nBusiness development and practice-growth experience preferred, with greater emphasis placed on these capabilities at the Director level.\nExcellent analytical, research, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nExceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, Partners, and professionals at all levels.\nStrong attention to detail with the ability to exercise sound professional judgment and manage competing priorities.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and professional tax compliance, research, and engagement software; experience with CCH Axcess, CCH Engagement, and BNA Tax Planner preferred.\nCompensation & Benefits:\nThe compensation for this position ranges from $100,000 - $150,000. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the specific role, office location as well as the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.\nAt PKFOD, we value our team members and are committed to their success and well-being. As part of our comprehensive benefits and compensation package, we offer:\nMedical, Dental, and Vision plans\nBasic Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Life Insurance\n401(k) plan and Profit-Sharing program\nFlexible Spending & Health Saving accounts\nEmployee Assistance, Wellness, and Work-life programs\nCommuter & Parking benefits programs\nInclusive Parental Leave Benefits\nGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)\nPaid Firm Holidays\nCommunity & Volunteering programs\nRecognition & Rewards programs\nTraining & Certification programs\nDiscretionary Performance Bonus\n*Eligibility for benefits is determined based on position, hours worked, and other criteria. Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.\nApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.\nPKFOD is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.\nTo all staffing agencies: PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory, LLP (“PKFOD”) will not be utilizing agencies to staff this position. Please do not forward resumes to PKFOD partners and/or employees at any of our locations regarding this position. Any recruiter who would like to partner with PKFOD on other positions must have an updated contractual agreement with PKFOD through the Director of Talent Acquisition. Please be reminded, PKFOD is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 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