Tax Manager- R&D Credits Tax Team - Diamond Tax Recruiting

Supervises: Supervisors and up

Role Type: Full time            

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid), or Remote 

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

New York City based Certified Public Accounting and Consulting firm with a Long Island and Florida presence that provides expert services to companies across a diverse range of industries. We offer a full range of integrated accounting, consulting and business management services from tax planning and audits to the most detailed analysis of acquisitions and financial restructuring.

Firm consistently recognized as one of the “Best of the Best” accounting firms in the country, a Best Place to Work in New York City and New York State, and a Best Accounting Firm to Work For Nationwide.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tax Manager or a Senior Manager with a focus on the Research & Development (R&D) industry to join our dynamic tax team . The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing R&D tax credit engagements and will play a critical role in driving the success of our clients by identifying, quantifying, and documenting R&D tax credit opportunities. This role will also ensure the supervision and development of a tax team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage R&D tax credit projects from inception to completion.

• Identify and evaluate potential R&D tax credit opportunities for clients.

• Meet with clients to gather and document necessary information.

• Prepare and review comprehensive R&D tax credit studies and documentation.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication to ensure understanding and compliance with R&D tax credit regulations.

• Provide clients with strategic tax planning and consulting services.

• Stay current with changes in federal and state R&D tax credit regulations and guidelines.

• Assist clients in defending R&D tax credit claims during audits by tax authorities.

• Supervise and mentor tax team members, guiding on technical matters and career development, while fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy in R&D tax credit engagements.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• CPA required.

Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in tax, with a focus on research & development industry.

• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations.

• Consistent business development experience.

• Leadership experience, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.

• Great analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.

• Proficient in using tax software and Microsoft Office applications.

Compensation:

• Competitive annual salary in the range of $140,000 to $180,000, based on individual’s experience level. 

Attributes:

• Accountability: Follows through on commitments, does what you say you will do, even requiring some personal sacrifice.

• Communicates Effectively: Delivers messages in a clear and concise manner, listens attentively.

• Strong Interpersonal Skills: Relates comfortably to all levels of people, both internally and externally.

• Nimble Learner: Learns quickly when facing new situations, willingly takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.

• Technical Proficiency: Deals with technical issues comfortably and can complete work at a high level of proficiency.

• Technologically Proficient: Ability to apply technology solutions to work.

• Being Resilient: Shows confidence under pressure, maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.

• Action Oriented: Proactively seeks out new and challenging work.

• Trustworthiness: Keeps confidences and develops a reputation for being honest and ethical.