Tax Managing Director, Core Tax Services

Job Summary

The Tax Managing Director is responsible for applying industry specific

knowledge to advise clients on the tax implications of their business

objections, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden

and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax

regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues.

In this role, Tax Managing Director is charged with applying knowledge to

understand potential tax issues, and recognizing, communicating potential risks

and potential changes in the tax policy and making top-level decisions regarding

filing, preparation and resolution of questions from federal / state agencies.

In addition, the Tax Managing Director will be critical member of the office /

region leadership team and thus will be involved in the direct supervision as

either a final or secondary reviewer under the partner.  Finally, the Tax

Managing Director actively participate in the marketing, networking and business

development within an area of expertise and specialization while maintaining

client relationships and acting as the primary contact for complex questions.

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”).

• Manages engagements to achieve engagement management metrics
• Practices hands-on client service delivery
• Responsible for overall client service by encouraging team’s adherence to

TQM policies (including engagement letters, documentation, etc.)

• Research
• Identifies when research is needed; clearly and concisely frames issues to

be researched; and clearly and concisely reports the analysis.

• Identifies complex issues to be researched by engagement team and

provides research methodology for efficient research process

• Technical reviewers of WTAs in an area of expertise, as applicable to

role

• ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
• Correctly and proactively applies Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax

Quality Manual (TQM) regarding FAS 109 and FIN 48.

• Applies technical expertise regarding income tax provisions in the area

of international tax, valuation allowance credits, business combinations,

and stock based compensation issues

• Reviews and applies income tax provision efficiently
• Tax Consulting
• Assists with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and

effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing

clients’ current and future taxes.

• Applies expert knowledge of the process of combining tax knowledge and

knowledge of business/industry to recommend solutions and maximize

results in the Firm

• Applies general knowledge of multiple tax specialties (i.e.

International, SALT, Estate Planning) for issue identification and

resolution

• Tax Specialization
• Develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues

and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation, e.g.,

individual, corporate, property, sales, corporate, pass-through, state and

local, international, expatriate, transfer pricing, credits and incentives,

compensation and benefits, accounting methods, R&D tax benefits.

• Has expert knowledge of application of standards
• Recognized as industry expert in specialized field of taxation
• Use expertise to advise clients on tax implications and recommend

alternative courses of action and identify different methods of

compliance

• Strategy Development
• Introduces and develops new or improved ideas to improve the position of

clients, the Firm, or Firm personnel, e.g., by reducing taxes or expenses

or providing non-tax benefits.

• Depending on specific role, may be required to present complex strategies

to clients and prospective clients

• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Ability to supervise associates, senior associates and managers, as the

situation dictates

• Reviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provide review

comments

• Acts as a Career Advisor to associates, senior associates and managers
• Schedules and manages workload of associates, senior associates and managers
• Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates, senior

associates and managers

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education

• Bachelors degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or

Statistics preferred

• Masters in Accountancy or Taxation preferred

Experience

• Ten (10) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public

accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services

experience required

• Industry expertise in one or more tax specialty preferred
• Prior supervisory experience required

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

Software

• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite preferred
• Experience with tax research databases and 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:  $190,000 - $335,000

Colorado Range:  $185,000 - $225,000

Illinois Range:  $175,000 - $250,000

Maryland Range:  $185,000 - $260,000

Massachusetts Range:  $215,000 - $300,000

Minnesota Range:  $170,000 - $250,000

New Jersey Range:  $190,000 - $350,000

Ohio Range:  $150,000 - $300,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range:  $230,000 - $350,000

Washington Range:  $196,400 - $249,400

Washington DC Range:  $190,000 - $300,000

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one

another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment

to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work,

leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around

what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and

achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life

each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients,

and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S.

and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping

clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s

success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their

financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful

addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits*

offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our

connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional

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*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

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