Tax Managing Director, Core Tax Services - ASC

Position: Tax Managing Director, Core Tax Services - ASC 740

Tax Managing Director, Core Tax Services - ASC 740

Join BDO USA as the Tax Managing Director for Core Tax Services, focusing on ASC 740 compliance. The role requires industry knowledge to advise clients on tax implications, identify alternative actions to lessen tax burden, and manage complex tax issues as the primary client contact.

Job Description

The Tax Managing Director will apply knowledge to anticipate potential tax issues, communicate risks, and make top‑level decisions regarding filing, preparation, and resolution of questions from federal and state agencies. The position is a critical member of the office/region leadership team and will supervise engagements as a final or secondary reviewer under the partner. The director will also actively participate in marketing, networking, and business development while maintaining client relationships and serving as the primary contact for complex questions.

Job Duties

• Tax Compliance
  • Ensure clients comply with all applicable authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens.
  • Manage engagements to achieve engagement management metrics.
  • Practice hands‑on client service delivery.
  • Encourage team adherence to the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM) policies.
• Research
  • Identify when research is needed and frame issues concisely.
  • Provide research methodology and serve as technical reviewer of WTAs.
• ASC 740 (FAS 109, FIN 48) Tax Accruals
  • Apply firm policies regarding FAS 109/FIN 48.
  • Apply expertise in international, valuation allowance, business combinations, and stock‑based compensation.
  • Review and apply income tax provisions efficiently.
• Tax Consulting
  • Develop, recommend, and implement methods to maximize client tax benefits.
  • Combine tax knowledge with business insight to recommend solutions.
  • Utilize knowledge across multiple tax specialties (International, SALT, Estate Planning).
• Tax Specialization
  • Develop in‑depth understanding of one or more tax areas such as individual, corporate, property, sales, etc.
  • Apply expert knowledge of standards and recommend alternative courses of action.
  • Recognize as an industry expert and advise clients accordingly.
• Strategy Development
  • Introduce and develop ideas to improve client and firm positions.
  • Present complex strategies to clients when required.
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise associates, senior associates, and managers.
• Review work prepared by team and provide feedback.
• Act as a career advisor to associates, seniors, and managers.
• Schedule and manage workload of team members.
• Provide verbal and written performance feedback.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics preferred.
• Master’s in Accountancy or Taxation preferred.

Experience

• Ten (10) or more years of prior relevant tax experience required.
• Industry expertise in one or more tax specialties preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience required.

License/Certifications

• CPA, Attorney (U.S. admitted), or IRS Enrolled Agent required.
• Other professional degrees or certifications applicable to the role preferred.

Software

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Experience with tax research databases and tax compliance process software preferred.

Language

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to delegate work effectively.
• Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, and decision‑making skills.
• Capacity to work well in a team environment.
• Capability to develop and manage a team of tax professionals.
• Ability to compose written tax advice.
• Capability to develop and maintain client relationships.
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of resolutions.

Salary Ranges

• California: $190,000 - $335,000
• Colorado: $185,000 - $225,000
• Illinois: $175,000 - $250,000
• Maryland: $185,000 - $260,000
• Massachusetts: $215,000 - $300,000
• Minnesota: $170,000 - $250,000
• New Jersey: $190,000 - $350,000
• NYC/Long Island/Westchester: $230,000 - $350,000
• Washington: $196,400 - $249,400
• Washington DC: $190,000 - $300,000

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance and Accounting / Auditing

Industries

Accounting

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