Tax Manager, ASC 740/Tax Consulting (Personal Services)
HORNE is a professional services firm founded on a cornerstone of public accounting. As a top 25 business advisory firm, our 2,000+ team members serve clients from offices and project locations across the nation and Puerto Rico. Our Public and Middle Market team brings an owner's mindset to companies and delivers game-changing results. We help clients navigate the business, financial, tax, technical and personnel issues that arise along the way so they can focus on growing their business and creating a competitive advantage.
The Public and Middle Markets Manager is responsible for providing clients with guidance on the tax implications of their business goals, assessing significant transactions and their impact on the company's operations and financial statements, as well as identifying various approaches to ensure adherence to tax regulations. Acting as a point of contact for clients on complex tax matters, the manager applies their expertise to identify potential tax issues, highlight risks, and stay informed about changes in tax policies to assist the client with meeting its tax and financial reporting needs. Additionally, the role involves networking and business development within a specific area of expertise.
Essential functions
Research
- Assists the firms Comprehensive Tax Solutions team with review of tax implications and offers clients alternative courses of action
- Identifies and leverages lessons learned on prior projects, and offers input on how to improve processes and methods
- Assist Assurance and Advisory teams with research of technical tax matters and their impact on client's financial statements (business combination, etc.)
ASC 740-10 (FAS 109 and FIN 48) Tax Accruals
- Consistently and proactively adheres to Firm policies, and standards in relation to FAS 109 and FIN 48.
- Effectively applies ASC 740-10 along with Firm policies, and standards in a proactive manner.
- Clearly explains and discusses the components of the income tax provision, uncertain tax positions, and other complexities related to ASC 740-10 with clients.
- Collaborates with Assurance teams to ensure timely planning of tax accrual reviews, covering aspects such as budget, scope, and delivery deadlines.
Tax Consulting
- Assists the Comprehensive Tax Solutions team with developing, recommending, and implementing efficient and effective methods to maximize client benefits, especially by decreasing clients' current and future taxes
- Serves as a technical resource
- Frames projects and issues for effective delegation to seniors and associates
Tax Specialization
- Acquires a comprehensive understanding of the technical and practical aspects of one or more tax areas, such as corporate, property, pass-through, state and local, credits and incentives, compensation and benefits, accounting methods, or R&D tax benefits.
- May be tasked with assisting internal Continuing Professional Education (CPE) sessions in their area of expertise, collaborating with firm specialists.
Supervisory responsibilities
- Supervises senior associates and supervisors on all projects
- Reviews work prepared by supervisors and provide review comments
- Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates
Required education and experience
- Bachelors degree, required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, preferred
- Masters in Accountancy or Taxation, preferred
- Five (5) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required
- Prior supervisory experience, required
- Industry expertise in one or more tax specialty, preferred
License / Certifications
- Required: CPA certification
- 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
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
Work environment
- This position is in office, with occasional travel to meet organizational and client needs. Candidates need to be in Central or Eastern Time Zones to be considered. Ideal candidates will be located within: Mississippi, Louisiana, or Tennessee.
Physical demands
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
Travel required
25% or less
HORNE Values…
- A forward thinking, anticipatory professional driven by a passion to pursue your full potential and dreams.
- A work environment that promotes collaboration, consistency, and community service to empower people.
- An inclusive culture that promotes career/life integration and invests in developing people in areas of focused expertise.
HORNE Offers…
- An unrivaled distinctive, special culture that values collaboration, innovation, and positive energy which HORNE calls “Deliver with Care.”
- A team of professionals grounded in strong, personal relationships and a sense of belonging to a common purpose for adding value and making a difference.
- A dedicated team of individuals from diverse backgrounds working together to leave our clients better than we found them.
The firm you'll be joining is a decidedly different business advisory firm. HORNE goes beyond traditional accounting to collaborate, advise, and align with clients to transform rapid change and uncertainties into opportunities for growth and profitability.
We are a team that focuses on reaching our full potential, rewards high performance, and prioritizes leadership development for every team member. HORNE emphasizes health and personal development through our multiple wellness programs. Despite our size, HORNE takes time to recognize, support, and celebrate one another's successes, working together for the highest good. Come join us at team HORNE!
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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