Tax Managing Director, International Tax Services

Job Summary:An International Tax Managing Director is responsible for growing the International Tax practice by providing practical tax advice to clients, building relationships with existing clients and prospects to expand the practice, and developing a local team. In this role, the Managing Director will be expected to have marketable technical skills and have a proven track record of being a problem solver and maintaining key client relationships. Written and verbal communications must be excellent. Job Duties:Tax ConsultingDevelops, recommends and implements practical international tax consulting ideas related to client situationsEnsures client service teams comply with firm policy regarding Written Tax Advice (WTA) Identifies and resolves complex taxation issues by applying multiple tax functional specialtiesCommunicates complex technical matters to clients and other appropriate audiences to ensure relevant issues are understood and resolved, as neededTax SpecializationContinues to develop an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding international tax Acts as industry expert in international tax and serves as U.S. resource for tax matters with selected foreign jurisdictionsManages international tax services provided to assigned clients, including assessment of appropriate pricing structure for servicesIdentifies opportunities for tax alerts in areas of specialty and collaborates with National Tax Office on drafting of those alertsMarketing and Business DevelopmentExhibits thought leadership in a specialized area within International TaxRecognized as industry group go-to person in International TaxWorks with Specialized Tax Services and International Tax Partners, Local Office Managing Partner and local and Regional Business Development Manager to develop and execute an effective marketing planBuilds effective go-to-market strategies with Assurance PartnersResearchIdentifies complex situations when research is necessary providing an outline of the issue(s) and the appropriate source of research to be conductedAnalyzes researched facts and the sources utilized prior to composing a detailed report of the research findingsPrepares Written Tax Advice (WTA) and confers with National Tax Office, as appropriateTax ComplianceManages client engagements and conducts detailed review of international tax aspects of U.S. tax reporting and other client supplied data and identifies complex and advanced issues throughout the engagementLeverages compliance role to identify additional international tax issues and opportunitiesTax ControversyRepresents clients before U.S. tax authorities on international tax aspects of contested issuesASC 740-10 Applies standards, Firm policies and BDO Tax Quality Manual requirements Reviews international aspects of tax provisions including coordination of BDO colleagues in non-U.S. jurisdictionsOther duties as requiredSupervisory Responsibilities:Supervises the day-to-day workload of International Tax Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns on assigned engagements and reviews work product and ensures their technical developmentDelivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for International Tax Managers, Senior Associates and Associates and InternsActs as mentor to International Tax Managers, Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns, as appropriateQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Education:Bachelor’s degree, required, degree with a focus in Accounting, preferred J. D., LLM, and/or MST/MBT, preferredExperience:Ten (10) or more years of prior experience in corporate tax, international taxation, legal professional services or equivalent experience gained through an advanced degree program, requiredExperience in International Tax, requiredPrior experience supervising tax professionals on a project or engagement basis, 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 Software:Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint, preferredExperience utilizing RIA, BNA, Lexis Nexis and/or Westlaw, preferredLanguage:N/AOther Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Self-starter and conscientiousExecutive presence and ability to act as primary contact on assigned engagementsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSuperior analytical and legal and tax research skills including building models and analysis of financial and numerical dataStrong organizational skills, especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on detailsAbility to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environmentAbility to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously Capable of effectively managing a team of tax professionals and delegating work assignments as neededCapacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel Ability to encourage team environment on engagements and contribute to the professional development of assigned personnelAbility to successfully interact with professionals at all levelsAdvanced knowledge of sources of relevant information utilized in tax filings as well as the most widely-used filing forms and awareness of other less widely used formsAdvanced understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding one or more areas of taxation and lawAdvanced knowledge and understanding of general calculations and cause / effect for taxable conditions on clients and the potential tax issuesIndividual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.National Range: $157,500 - $420,000Maryland Range: $157,500 - $420,000NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $157,500 - $420,000Washington DC Range: $157,500 - $420,000At 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: 2026-09-04