Senior Manager of Tax Services

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Established in 1980, Berkowitz Pollack Brant (BPB) is a certified public accounting firm with offices in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and New York City.

With more than 400 accountants, tax specialists and consultants, we are one of the largest accounting firms in South Florida with a large presence in New York and one of the top 100 firms in the United States

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing career opportunities to firm members of all races, genders, sexual orientations and beliefs.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of International Tax to join our team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned tax professional to lead the delivery of a comprehensive range of international tax services, advising U.S. and foreign high-net-worth individuals and private clients. If you are passionate about international tax planning and ready to take on new challenges, BPB is the place for you.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Tax Structuring and Planning: Lead research and consultation on tax-efficient structuring tailored for high-net-worth individuals and private clients in the international arena.

• Client Consultation: Provide expert guidance on international tax developments and implications, offering strategic recommendations for pass-through entities and individuals.

• Tax Compliance Oversight: Oversee primary and secondary reviews of complex international tax returns, including Forms 5471, 5472, 8865, 8858, 3520-A, and 8288.

• Specialized Tax Planning: Advise on foreign trusts, international gift and estate planning, and pre-immigration tax planning.

• Leadership and Development: Lead, develop, train, and mentor staff on tax projects, conducting performance assessments for engagement and year-end reviews.

• Client Relationship Management: Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, meet deadlines, and effectively lead change efforts.

• Business Advisory: Consult with clients to make strategic recommendations on business and process improvements, serving as a trusted business advisor.

• Collaborative Approach: Work closely with partners, managers, and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach for client service and business development.

• Business Development: Collaborate with partners and senior managers on proposals and business development calls. Maintain strong client relations and cross-sell services within your client group.

• Recruitment and Coaching: Recruit and coach senior associates and associates, helping them develop and achieve their professional goals.

• Continuous Learning: Attend professional development and training sessions regularly to stay updated on industry trends and tax changes.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting. CPA certification, master’s in taxation, LLM in Taxation, or JD preferred.

• Experience: Eight to twelve years of progressive tax consulting experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm, law firm, or a large corporate tax department of a multinational company.

• Technical Skills: Superior analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP and tax compliance and consulting.

• International Tax Expertise: At least five (5) years of experience focused on international taxation preferred.

• Specialized Knowledge: Extensive experience with inbound and outbound transaction consulting, multinational corporation taxation, transfer pricing, and foreign tax credit utilization is highly desirable.

What We Offer:

• A competitive and equitable workplace.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• A diverse and inclusive culture.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!