Tax Principal, Commercial Services

Overview Baker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm operating across major U.S. regions and global financial centers. The firm offers tax and business advisory services, maintains a strong partnership with the Baker Tilly International network, and focuses on attracting top professionals. Job Summary We are looking for a Tax Principal to lead our Commercial Services practice in the DC market. As a trusted advisor, you will work side‑by‑side with firm leadership and associates to serve clients, build business, and advance the firm’s success. What you will do Serve as a trusted leader of Baker Tilly’s tax services, providing federal tax compliance and consulting services to commercial clients. Build and maintain client relationships, leading day‑to‑day tax matters for middle‑market to multinational clients. Consult on technical matters and special projects related to corporate and flow‑through taxation, accounting methods, and ASC 740. Research tax matters, respond to IRS and other tax‑authority inquiries, and recommend solutions. Coordinate with specialty tax practices on state and local, high‑net‑worth, international, research and development, credits and incentives matters. Oversee tax‑planning responsibilities for federal and individual clients and review complex tax research on a wide range of issues. Provide recommendations for business and process improvements based on knowledge of client operations. Manage client engagement staffing, billings/collections, and ensure profitability targets are met. Network and build relationships to acquire new clients, projects and revenue. Participate in RFPs to pursue additional clients/services for the firm. Collaborate with other service‑line leadership on tax service market positioning, branding and strategy. Invest in professional development and support firm‑wide learning programs. Support the growth and development of associates and assist in recruitment of future team members. Demonstrate leadership, initiative, excellent team skills, and high ethical standards. Represent the firm at community events, firm functions and other meetings. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; master’s or advanced degree desirable. CPA or JD required. Fifteen (15) years of federal tax compliance and consulting experience in a professional services firm; industry experience considered. Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates. Strong management, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, project‑management and communication skills. Ability to lead and supervise others, provide exceptional client service, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning. Demonstrated expertise in tax strategy, “big picture” vision, detailed analysis, ethical knowledge and urgency to quality and timely completion. Will be required to work non‑traditional hours, including weekends during tax season and travel as needed. Equal Opportunity Statement Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected basis in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr