Tax Director - PCS Estate & Trust (Consulting)

BPM Overview BPM is a full service accounting firm providing comprehensive assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients globally. We are one of the largest California-based accounting firms and have built our success by focusing on our clients and our people. Our client base encompasses a complex array of sophisticated clients that keep our staff intellectually challenged every day. Our people-centered culture and firm motto “Because People Matter” has allowed us to be consistently recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area. We are dedicated to providing meaningful careers for all of our employees along with fostering an environment that allows an integrated lifestyle. Our flexible culture allows our professionals to live a balanced lifestyle between their work responsibilities and personal commitments. BPM is looking to hire a Tax Director within our Trust & Estate group. This role is responsible for delivering tax compliance and consulting services to Estate, Gift, and Trust clients. Focused on strategic planning, client relationship management, and collaboration with legal advisors to minimize tax obligations and ensure asset transfer aligns with client wishes. We Have A unique people-centered culture that attracts the brightest and most forward-thinking accounting professionals. The resources, expertise, and global capability of a Big Four accounting firm together with the responsiveness and accessibility of a local firm. A regional presence in the Bay Area, while still serving our clients nationally and internationally. Recognition as one of the Bay Area’s “Best Place to Work” and “No. 1 Best Large Accounting Firm to Work For” by Accounting Today. You Have Licensed CPA and / or attorney 15+ years’ experience in public accounting or law firm practicing tax and estate planning and compliance. BS/BA degree in Accounting, JD, or LLM (Master in Tax preferred). An understanding of the concepts of Estate, Trust and Gift planning. Experience assisting clients with Trust Administration. Strong analytical ability, research and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Able to manage multiple complex projects and deliver in a timely manner. Ability to create and manage relationships with outside professionals, especially estate attorneys. Ability to delegate work and manage/train staff. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools and tax programs (ProSystems Tax or CCH Axcess preferred). You Will Provide tax compliance and consulting services to our Estate, Gift, and Trust clients. Develop and deliver innovative planning ideas that meet or exceed client expectations. Oversee complex tax research projects for a variety of Estate, Trust, and Gift issues. Work with clients to minimize their tax obligations and best pass assets according to client's wishes. Supervise tax staff and manage the delivery of tax consulting and compliance services to the client. Establish relationships with estate attorneys and other advisors serving our clients. Build and manage client relationships with existing client base. Build a network of business contacts and establish market relationships to generate new business. Participate in, and contribute to, market and business activities that are external to the firm while providing direction to, and maintaining, managerial responsibility for a team. Manage financial performance of practice, including billing, collections, and department budget. Act as a coach and mentor to other risk assurance professionals. $160,000 - $227,000 a year The salary range provided is intended for candidates in the San Francisco Bay Area who meet the minimum requirements of the position. Candidates who do not reside in the San Francisco Bay Area, do not meet the minimum requirements, or exceed the requirements are encouraged to apply and a recruiter will provide you with a range specific to your location and qualifications. Wondering if you should apply? At BPM we are people who value people. We are progressive and purposeful. We are a firm with flexibility. Our shared entrepreneurial spirit drives us to see and do things differently. And our passion for people makes BPM a place where everyone feels welcome, valued, and part of something bigger. *************** BPM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. BPM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Please note - this posting is for prospective candidates only. Unsolicited third-party resume submissions will be considered property of BPM and will not be acknowledged or returned. This position is not eligible for third-party or agency submissions. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or staffing agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Business Process Management, Inc.