Internal Firm Tax Director

$131,670 - $275,000/Yr

Cherry Bekaert - Jeffersonville, IN

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Jeffersonville, IN

101-250 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Internal Firm Tax Director at Cherry Bekaert is responsible for leading and managing comprehensive tax strategies and compliance processes for the firm and its partners. This pivotal role ensures that all tax-related matters are accurate, compliant, and optimized for minimizing tax liabilities, while also serving as a strategic advisor utilizing extensive expertise in tax laws and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and review of complex federal and multi-state pass-through entity returns for the firm, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
• Manage the preparation and review of federal and multi-state individual income returns for firm partners, including handling complex tax scenarios.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax estimates, extensions, projections, and final returns.
• Address and resolve tax notices and inquiries from federal and state tax authorities efficiently.
• Lead research on complex and evolving tax issues, utilizing advanced tools and resources.
• Analyze the impact of tax law changes on the firm and its partners, providing strategic recommendations.
• Research and advise on technical issues for state returns, including nexus, apportionment, and various state tax types.
• Develop and present analytical reports and strategic tax insights to senior management.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of 12 tax professionals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for tax-related matters, maintaining effective communication with partners, managers, and external agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification is required.
• Extensive experience in tax preparation and compliance, including individual, partnership, and state taxation.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities in managing complex projects and leading teams.
• Deep knowledge of tax laws, codes, and regulations, with proficiency in tax software and financial analysis tools.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail, with a proven ability to work in dynamic environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing.
• Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work, including a firmwide week off for the 4th of July.
• Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.