Tax Senior Manager, ASC

Job Description

The Core Tax Services ("CTS") Senior Manager – ASC
740 is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objectives, 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 corporate tax and ASC 740 tax issues. He/she will apply knowledge to understand potential tax issues and communicate potential risks and changes in tax policy.

The role also involves marketing, networking and business development within an area of expertise and may be asked to provide written tax advice to clients.

The Senior Manager will serve as a primary client contact for complex corporate tax and ASC 740 issues, ensuring compliance and minimizing client tax burden while driving business growth and client relationships.

• Tax Compliance
  • Ensure clients comply with all authorities while minimizing tax and reporting burdens.
  • Maintain compliance of firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (TQM).
  • Conduct high‑level reviews of tax returns, resolve issues, and involve specialists as needed.
  • Communicate findings to clients and Assurance on tax accrual reviews.
  • Plan and review the tax process, budgeting, staffing, monitoring engagement time, billing, out‑of‑scope activity, and collections.
  • Manage client relationships and expectations in line with the project.
  • Provide timely advice to clients.
• Research
  • Identify when research is needed, frame issues clearly, and report analysis concisely.
  • Assign complex research tasks to the engagement team, provide methodology, and train managers/staff.
  • Involve firm specialists as appropriate.
• ASC 740 (FAS 109 / FIN 48) Tax Accruals
  • Apply firm policies and TQM with regard to ASC 740.
  • Explain the income tax provision, uncertain tax positions, and other ASC 740 complexities to clients.
  • Coordinate with Assurance on accrual review scheduling, budgeting, and delivery dates.
  • Review tax provisions, apply in‑depth ASC 740 knowledge, and review prepared work papers.
  • Utilize and manage Specialized Tax Services (STS) as needed.
• Tax Consulting
  • Develop, recommend, and implement methods to reduce client taxes.
  • Consider CTS and STS consulting specialties for each client.
  • Create and execute a work plan incorporating STS assistance.
  • Serve as a technical resource and ensure compliance with firm policy regarding Written Tax Advice (WTA).
  • Provide assistance with exam support and frame projects for delegation.
• Tax Specialization
  • Develop in‑depth expertise in one or more tax areas (individual, corporate, property, sales, etc.).
  • Organize and conduct internal CPE training in the specialization area.
  • Mentor managers, seniors, and associates on ASC 740.
• Strategy Development
  • Introduce and develop new ideas to improve client, firm, or personnel positions.
  • Suggest improvements to prior work products.
  • Lead marketing campaigns when applicable.
  • Present complex strategies to clients and prospects.
  • Collaborate with National Tax and Specialized Tax Services.
• Other duties as required.

• Supervise associates and senior associates on all projects.
• Review work prepared by associates and seniors; provide comments.
• Train associates and seniors on current software tools.
• Act as a career advisor.
• Schedule and manage associate workload.
• Provide verbal and written performance feedback.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation (required).
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Taxation (preferred).

• Eight (8) or more years of prior experience (required).
• Experience managing ASC 740 computation preparation and audit for private and public clients (required).
• Prior supervisory experience (required).
• Multinational client experience (preferred).

• CPA, Attorney, or IRS Enrolled Agent (or equivalent) (required).

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat (preferred).
• Experience with tax research databases (BNA, RIA) and tax compliance software (Go File Room , GoSystem
  
  RS, Caseware, BNA Depreciation, etc.).

• Superior verbal…