Corporate Tax Experienced Senior Associate (Tax Provisions)

Corporate Tax Experienced Senior Associate (Tax Provisions)

Location: Onsite New York, NY 10017 Work Type: Hybrid (minimum 2 days/week onsite) As a Corporate Tax Senior Associate, you'll join Grant Thornton's Corporate Tax Solutions team to deliver end-to-end tax compliance, planning, and ASC 740 income tax provision services for corporate clients. You will lead client engagements, oversee tax compliance processes, and collaborate closely with managers, partners, and cross-functional teams to provide innovative and compliant tax solutions. This position is ideal for tax professionals seeking to grow within a Top 20 public accounting environment, with access to mentorship, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements from planning through completion, including budgeting, execution, and quality review.
• Oversee preparation and review of ASC 740 income tax provisions, including deferred tax asset/liability analysis and uncertain tax positions.
• Supervise, train, and mentor junior staff and interns, conducting performance evaluations.
• Review corporate income tax returns (federal, state, and local) and recommend tax-saving strategies.
• Support tax provision audits and provide audit-ready documentation.
• Research and consult on various corporate tax matters and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the Washington National Tax Office (WNTO) to resolve complex tax issues.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring timely delivery and satisfaction.
• Stay current with emerging tax laws, ASC 740 updates, and regulatory developments.
• Uphold professional standards, ethics, and client confidentiality.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's in Taxation a plus).
• CPA certification preferred or CPA-eligible required.
• 24 years of progressive tax experience in corporate tax compliance and consulting.
• Hands-on experience with ASC 740 (Tax Provision) preparation or audit support.
• Prior experience working in a Top 20 public accounting firm.
• Strong technical tax knowledge and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client interaction abilities.
• Located in or willing to relocate to New York City and able to work onsite at least 2 days/week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in public accounting or corporate tax environments (Big 4 / Top 20 firm background).
• Demonstrated experience managing client portfolios and staff supervision.
• Proficiency in tax software (OneSource, CorpTax, or similar).
• Strong research and problem-solving skills related to U.S. corporate tax.
• Consistent tenure in previous roles (no frequent job changes).

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking ability.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Collaborative team player with leadership potential.
• Professional demeanor and integrity.