Tax Director - 77 Consultants : Job Details

Tax Directors are responsible for (but not limited to):

· Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations at all levels of complexity

· Ensuring all federal and state income tax returns are prepared timely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable laws

· Delegates and manages tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product

· Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the Business Assurance Department with larger clients

· Acts as a resource for tax preparers/specialists and Business Assurance Staff on specific tax issues and/or questions

· Assumes client service responsibility for clients working directly with the clients when the responsibility is delegated from the Partner

· Communicates to the appropriate firm personnel important tax and tax developments affecting the firm's clients

· Supervises tax team and provides on the job training

· Assists the Business Assurance (Audit) Department with larger clients when deemed necessary

Requirements

The successful candidate will have the following experience and attributes:

· Current CPA license is required

· 8 years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating proven progression in tax return complexity, scope and research

· At least 2 (two) years representing clients before taxing authorities

· Minimum of 1 (one) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers

· Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent accounting hours required. Master's degree in Taxation preferred

· Minimum 40 hours of continuing education is required yearly

· Must be a member in good standing with the American Institute of CPAs

· Proficiency with CCH ProSystem fx Tax or other tax automation / workflow software is a plus preferred

· Client service oriented

· Team player

· Creative problem-solving skills

· Independent

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills