Tax Manager - Business Tax Services - Partner of the Firm

Our National Tax Department (NTD) serves high-profile, national and multinational clients, providing a range of domestic and international transactional tax planning services and tax-related advisory services. The combination of knowledge and experience forms the basis of our ability to assist clients in meeting their business objectives. We believe that by managing our clients’ tax obligations responsibly and proactively we can make a critical difference, and you’ll be at the heart of this mission.

The opportunity

A company's "people investment" is one of its most significant investments and EY’s Partner of the Firm practice is supported by nationally sponsored, world-class technology and tools and a consistent process to deliver quality income tax returns.  We are a specialized practice dedicated to serving the individual tax compliance needs of EY’s US based partners.  There are no sales pressures or sales goals in our group.  We retain our annuity work and earn new work (newly promoted partners and direct admits) by providing exceptional client service to our existing client base.

Your key responsibilities 

Depending on your unique skills and ambitions, you could be managing various responsibilities, from technical planning and advising of clients that include high-profile individuals of extremely high net worth, to preparation of their various tax return filing obligations.  At all times you will be working to be a trusted advisor and role model for our people across multiple teams, making this a great place to develop a diverse network of collaborative colleagues

Whatever you find yourself doing, you’ll personally coach and develop a highly trained team, all while handling activities with a focus on quality and commercial value.

Skills and attributes for success  

• Managing a book of EY partner tax returns including regular communications
• Final review and signing of individual income tax return
• Researching tax issues to develop effective tax planning strategies
• Translating complex data from a range of sources into client-ready insights and deliverables
• Building effective long-term relationships with our clients, understanding their unique needs to provide a tailored service
• Communicating complex tax issues to non-tax professionals and clients
• Maintaining your reputation in your field by constantly updating and sharing your technical and finest practice knowledge
• Managing, coaching and developing a team of tax professionals, reviewing work and helping to confirm they have the knowledge, tools and opportunities they need to excel
• Identifying and reacting to risks and opportunities to improve our services  and processes

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, supported by significant tax or financial planning experience
• A CPA certification, membership in The Bar
• A minimum of 5 years of individual tax experience
• Experience with federal and state personal income tax
• Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills, and the confidence to challenge senior colleagues and stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds
• A thorough understanding of automated tax processing systems and laws within your area of technical professionalism
• A commitment to continuing your learning
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

Ideally, you’ll also have  

• A proven record in high net-worth tax planning
• A proven record in a professional services environment
• Experience in coaching and mentoring junior colleagues
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• The ability to adapt your work style to work with both internal and client team members

What we look for

We’re interested in tax professionals who possess a love of individual tax compliance and exceptional teamwork skills.  Working with people from all backgrounds, , you’ll use your experience and status as a trusted advisor to maintain and further our reputation for excellence.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.