Tax Senior Manager, Core Tax Services

Job Summary:The Senior Tax Manager is responsible for providing tax and consulting services to business clients with pass through entities and to their business owners.Job Duties:Performs tax planning, preparation and research for pass through entities (S-corps, LLCs, Partnerships) and the business owners’ individual returns, which may include estates, trusts and charitable entitiesManages client engagements, supervises and reviews work of team staff members, work closely with clients as well as internal managers and partnersContributes to client satisfaction by providing timely services and work productDemonstrates an understanding of tax concepts and actively pursuing increased tax knowledge through client assignments and current tax developmentsTax Compliance Ensures clients comply with all applicable authorities, while at the same time minimizing their tax and reporting burdens, and self and client service teams comply with all Firm policies, standards, and the BDO Tax Quality Manual (“TQM”)Significant knowledge of taxation related to personal income, estate and gift tax and wealth retention strategies, as well as taxation of entities owned by business owners (partnership and corporate taxation), is required.Conducts top level review of T/R and resolves all tax issues with client; involves specialists where appropriatePlans and reviews the tax process and the procedures to be performed to include:Budgeting and staffingMonitoring engagement process and actual time incurred vs. budget with assistance of SeniorTimely billing including management of identified out-of-scope activity and communication to clientTimely collection of A/RManages client relationships/expectations in accordance with the projectProvides advice to clients in a timely manner;Research Identifies when research is needed and performs such research; clearly and concisely frames issues to be researched; and clearly and concisely reports the analysisApplies most Firm and professional standards for preparation of WTA and tax returns Involves firm specialists, as appropriateStrategy Development Introduces and develops new or improved ideas to improve the position of clients, the Firm, or Firm personnel, e.g., by reducing taxes or expenses or providing non-tax benefitsReviews studies of tax implications and offers clients alternative courses of actionIdentifies and leverages lessons learned on prior projects, and offers input on how to improve processes and methods Other duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Responsible for building a team of professionals by training and working together to serve our high net worth clients with timely responses to their needsSupervises associates and senior associates on all projectsReviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provide review commentsTrains Associates and Seniors how to use all current software toolsActs as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associatesSchedules and manages workload of associates and senior associatesProvides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associateQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, preferredMaster’s degree in Accounting or Taxation, preferredExperience:Eight (8) or more years of prior relevant tax experience and/or public accounting, private industry accounting or consulting/professional services experience, required. Specifically, experience with working on individual, estate, trust, partnership, S-corporation, and private foundation tax/consulting clients.Prior supervisory experience, requiredLicense/Certifications:CPA certification, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (“EA”) (or the equivalent of one of these designations), required Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role, preferredSoftware:Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, preferred Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Detailed orientedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and in a team environmentAbility to effectively delegate work as neededStrong analytical, research and critical thinking skills as well as decision-making skillsCapable of developing and managing a team of tax professionalsCapable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationshipsExecutive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolutions to clientsAt BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more!*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vetsClick here to find out more!Full timePosting Date: 2026-01-05