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JOB DESCRIPTION
Private Client Services at BDO is a boutique practice within our firm. Offering a high touch approach, we have extensive experience serving high net-worth individuals, their families, family offices, C-Suite executives, athletes, entertainers, as well as other people with complicated tax and financial structures. The Private Client Services Practice is experienced in all aspects of estate, income, gift, and trust tax consulting and compliance; charitable giving and philanthropic foundations; executive compensation; and cash-flow, retirement, and life insurance planning.
Job Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
Private Client Services at BDO is a boutique practice within our firm. Offering a high touch approach, we have extensive experience serving high net-worth individuals, their families, family offices, C-Suite executives, athletes, entertainers, as well as other people with complicated tax and financial structures. The Private Client Services Practice is experienced in all aspects of estate, income, gift, and trust tax consulting and compliance; charitable giving and philanthropic foundations; executive compensation; and cash-flow, retirement, and life insurance planning.
A Tax Senior Manager, Private Client Services (PCS) is responsible for utilizing their educational background and professional experience as well as their communication, time management, leadership, technical, business development, and people skills to provide tax compliance and consulting services to our high net-worth clients.
Job Duties
Manages tax and consulting engagements and demonstrates skills identifying and addressing client needs, tax planning, and consulting opportunities
Provides Executive presence and acts as the primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolution to clients
Reviews complex individual, trust, estate, S-Corp, foundation, partnership, and gift tax returns and provides written and verbal feedback to preparers
Directs communication with government agencies for matters of the highest complexity
Identifies technical issues, conducts advanced tax research, and develops sound recommendations for PCS leadership, clients, and advisors
Expands their understanding of tax concepts and knowledge through client engagements and current tax developments
Prioritizes and reviews work to keep engagements on track
Utilizes strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills as well as decision-making skills to assist with client needs regarding individual and business decisions
Assists with PCS/firm contribution responsibilities including billing, recruiting, attendance and participation in CPE activities and training
Builds new relationships and maintains existing relationships with BDO professionals and external sources
Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises associates and senior associates on all projects
Reviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provide review comments
Trains Associates and Seniors how to use all current software tools
Acts as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associates
Schedules and manages workload of associates and senior associates
Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates
Education
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Bachelors degree required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Statistics, preferred
Masters in Accountancy or Taxation, preferred
Experience
Seven (7) or more years prior experience in accounting, finance, or law, required
Experience in the private client service area, required
Prior supervisory experience, required
Experience working in public accounting, preferred
License/Certifications
Certified Public Accountant credential, Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent (“EA”) credential, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or the equivalent of one of these designations, required
Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role, preferred
Software
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat, required
Experience with tax compliance process software (GoSystems, BNA Tax Planner, GoFileRoom, SurePrep), preferred
Experience with tax research tools (BNA Portfolio, CCH IntelliConnect, Checkpoint and Lexis Nexis), preferred
Languages
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Initiative
Owns their own career and technical development; demonstrates self-awareness, actively pursues projects and learning experiences to fill in their technical knowledge gaps
Manages client engagements, supervises, and reviews work of team members
Communication
Expresses themselves effectively verbally and in writing; takes complex thoughts, synthesizes them into works using clear, concise language, and presents a cohesive narrative
Interacts directly with clients and their advisors; maintains communication with clients even after the work is complete to ensure quality service and maintain a relationship for future work
Leadership
Manages and monitors key performance indicators (KPI’s) as established by the business line
Follows up on assignments and holds others accountable for their internal deadlines and administrative responsibilities
Technical Skills
Serves as internal resource and providing guidance to other practices on technical matters
Works with appropriate departments with federal and state taxing agencies to respond to notices and inquiries
Business Development
Spends time developing their network of key financial decision makers, referral sources, and recruits
Seizes opportunities for new professional contacts when presented; Actively networks professionally outside of BDO
People Development
Supervises, develops and trains employees
Acts as a Career Advisor; meets regularly with advisees, adding/updating goals as appropriate
Delivers holistic feedback to others and advisees about their job performance and career growth; coaches others and advisees to help them develop their careers
Individual 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.
California Range: $146,000 - $200,000
Colorado Range: $120,000 - $185,000
Illinois Range: $140,000 - $190,000
Maryland Range: $152,000 - $188,000
Massachusetts Range: $165,000 - $205,000
Minnesota Range: $130,000 - $190,000
New Jersey Range: $150,000 - $200,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $175,000 - $205,000
Washington Range: $150,000 - $200,000
Washington DC Range: $156,000 - $200,000
About Us
Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world.
At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.
BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions.
We Are Committed To Delivering Exceptional Experiences To Middle Market Leaders By Sharing Insight-driven Perspectives, Helping Companies Take Business As Usual To Better Than Usual. With Industry Knowledge And Experience, a Breadth And Depth Of Resources, And Unwavering Commitment To Quality, We Pride Ourselves On
Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
Empowering team members to explore their full potential
Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities
Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs
Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities
BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.” Click here to find out more!
Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
"BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability"
Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Finance and Accounting/Auditing
Industries Accounting
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