Tax Manager - Construction

WHO WE ARE Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. We are looking for a Tax Manager to join our Closely Held Business (CHB) Practice group, focusing on Construction. This candidate will oversee the tax preparation and technical review process, as well as other tax consulting matters, for complex closely held businesses in the construction industry ensuring compliance with state and federal tax regulations. Tasks will include leading the tax team, advising, researching and identifying tax issues, and recommending solutions to complex customer issues. In addition, the Tax Manager will delegate and manage tax assignments and perform administrative duties. The Tax Manager is responsible for training, supporting, supervising, motivating, and reviewing the work of the tax team. Responsibilities Developing and sustaining excellent customer relationships Being anticipatory and consulting on various tax matters Actively communicating progress of engagements, problems, and resolutions to customers Monitoring economic performance of engagements, including billing and collections Collaborating cross-functionally within the firm to grow existing business and offer a variety of business solutions to customers and prospects Developing and growing a business network with colleagues, referral relationships, potential customers, and external organizations to attract new business Continuously expanding technical knowledge and application, as well as overall professional development Holding yourself and others accountable for business development goals Recruiting, developing, and motivating team members, creating pools of ready-now leaders Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Law; Master’s degree in Tax/LLM in Tax, preferred 5+ years of recent public accounting firm experience working with construction and closely held businesses, including managing multiple projects and customer engagements EA License, or CPA certification required Project/team management skills Excellent communication and networking acumen Ability to manage and grow strong customer relationships Strong experience with corporate tax accounting Experience with tax software and technology Ability to multitask along with demonstration of commitment to continuous learning WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater. That’s right – all aspects of life, not just your life as an employee, because we understand that there’s life beyond your job. generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s flexible work schedules 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible) first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling one-on-one professional coaching Leadership and career development programs access to Beyond: a one-of-a-kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally ADA REQUIREMENTS The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus Cognitive/Mental Requirements Use written and oral communication skills. Read and interpret data, information, and documents. Observe and interpret situations. Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work. #J-18808-Ljbffr