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Your extensive experience in tax advisory, team leadership, and business development will play a pivotal role in elevating our firm's reputation as a premier tax service provider.JOB DESCRIPTION\nTax Strategy and Engagement Oversight\nDevelop cutting-edge tax planning strategies that leverage industry insights and regulatory expertise\n\nProvide visionary insights in areas such as tax optimization, risk management, and emerging tax trends\n\nReview and oversee the preparation of tax returns to ensure accuracy, compliance with regulations, and adherence to internal quality control standards\n\nMonitor and manage tax filing deadlines, extensions, and other compliance requirements to avoid penalties and ensure timely submissions\n\nManage engagement progress, budgets, and deadlines, making strategic adjustments as required\n\nResearch and Analysis\nStay abreast of evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry developments, applying this knowledge to client engagements and internal training initiatives\n\nProvide expert guidance on complex tax scenarios, research inquiries, and emerging compliance trends\n\nClient Communication\nFoster and nurture high-level client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor for complex tax matters\n\nLead client meetings, understand their financial objectives, and develop tailored tax strategies that align with their goals\n\nTeam Collaboration\nLead, inspire, and mentor a team of seasoned tax professionals, encouraging a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence\n\nProvide guidance, continuous learning opportunities, and support to facilitate the team's professional advancement\n\nProcess Improvement and Innovation\nLead process improvement initiatives to enhance tax workflows, methodologies, and quality control procedures\n\nShape and execute the tax practice's strategic vision, aligning with the firm's broader goals\n\nImplement innovations that improve efficiency, accuracy, and client satisfaction\n\nStrategic Business Development\nDrive the firm's business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, nurturing client leads, and expanding service offerings\n\nPlay a key role in proposal development, client presentations, and strategic Managing Director initiatives\n\nCollaborate with executive leadership to drive projects that enhance the firm's market presence and competitive edge\n\nSupervisory responsibilities\nWill supervise subordinate team members\n\nWork environment\nWork is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions\n\nPhysical demands\nProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time\n\nMust be able to lift to 15 pounds at a time\n\nTravel required\nTravel may be frequent and unpredictable, depending on client’s needs\n\nRequired education and experience\nBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field\n\n10+ years of relevant experience\n\n8+ years of progressive tax leadership experience in a CPA firm or related professional service environment\n\nCPA license\n\nResponsible for completing the minimum CPE credit requirement\n\nSpecific positions may require additional industry or specialization certifications\n\nSoftware: CCH Prosystem FX, Axcess Tax, Axcess Document, Axcess Workstream, Thomson Reuters Fixed Assets CS, Checkpoint for Tax Research\n\nPreferred education and experience\nAdvanced degree (Master's) or additional relevant certifications\n\nJuris Doctor (JD) degree for specialty positions\n\nOther duties\nPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. 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