Our client, a multinational accounting firm, seeks to hire a Manager for their State and Local Tax practice in Detroit, MI. The practice is dedicated to helping clients assess their state and local tax burden by recommending solutions that support their overall business objectives and provide support so that their filing positions are consistent with good business practices and with the states' applicable tax laws and rules. The practice is structured as a true network of well respected state and local tax professionals, including many former key state officials. As a national network, practice professionals are best suited to address clients' needs, without regard to geographic barriers. Whether a company is undergoing a complicated business restructuring, grappling with the adoption of FASB Interpretation No. 48, or interested in advice on day-to-day developments, the practice is well suited to address state and local tax needs. The Income and Franchise group develops an understanding of the different reporting and filing methods separate, unitary combined, consolidated and nexus combinations/consolidations.
Position/Program Requirements: Knowledge Preferred:
Thorough knowledge of a variety of state and local tax laws, including multi-state income tax planning, compliance, preparing returns, income tax accounting, controversies, restructuring, due diligence and audit defense.
Skills Preferred:
Comprehensive technical skills, including FAS 109, MS Excel modeling, unitary filing, apportionment methodologies, tax base rules, tax research, compliance and consulting as it relates to multi-state jurisdictions.
Considerable experience identifying and addressing client needs: building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships and community involvement; communicating value propositions; managing resource requirements, project workflow, budgets, billing and collections; and preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials.
Considerable experience as a team leader: supervising teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; and coaching staff including providing timely meaningful written and verbal feedback.
Minimum Years of Experience Necessary: 5
Minimum Degree(s) and Certification(s) Required:
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting required. Master of Science in Taxation, Juris Doctor with Accounting or Tax, or Master of Law in Taxation preferred.
Travel Requirements: 0-20%
To submit a resume or make a nomination contact:
Bruce A. Hurwitz, Ph.D.
President and CEO
Hurwitz Strategic Staffing, Ltd.
255 West 36th Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10018
646-368-5381
bh@hsstaffing.com
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