Director, Tax Manager - Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States - Grant Thornton LLP (US)

Description

As the Partnership Tax Director, you'll lead the team's production of primary and secondary reviews of complex tax returns and provide tax consulting services for your partnership clients – all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.

You'll collaborate with the Partnership Tax team and make recommendations on return preparation and tax savings opportunities, focusing on accuracy, quality and client service because together is how we succeed.

From day one, you'll be empowered by high quality tools and resources to thrive in your role to meet client needs, deliver high-value solutions, and help you achieve more, confidently.

Evaluate the tax aspects of partnership agreements and manage the client's Internal Revenue Code (IRC) 704b accounts
plan, execute, direct, and complete tax projects in a wide variety of industries; provide innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise to clients; market, sell, design, and implement tax-planning strategies for clients and manage to budget
Manage, develop, train and mentor staff on tax projects and assess their performance for engagement and year-end performance reviews
Research and consult on various tax matters, primarily in Sub-chapter K-Partnership taxation; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax matters
Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities
Bachelor's degree in Accounting - CPA or licensed member of the Bar or Enrolled Agent designation (with Master's degree) required
Minimum ten years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or a combination of industry and public accounting experience
You have experience with partnership structuring, entity formation and mergers & acquisitions is preferred
You have xcellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, partnership returns, joint venture and non-corporate entity tax returns and understanding of Sub-chapter K partnership taxation, is required
You demonstrate strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills
You can travel as needed

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Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program.

Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program.

Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

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Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
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