Corporate Tax Manager - R&D Credits & Methods - Grant Thornton

As the Corporate Tax Manager in our Research & Development Tax Credit practice you will navigate R&D tax credit complexity and provide insightful, practical tax advice for your clients– all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel. You will collaborate with Corporate Tax R&D Credits leadership and supervise R&D projects, research tax issues, conduct fieldwork, and participate in sales and marketing efforts because together is how we succeed. From day one, you’ll be empowered by having responsibility to ensure that R&D projects are conducted in accordance with firm standards and completed on time, within budget, to successfully lead and support your team and help you achieve more, confidently.







Your day-to-day may include:









+ Assist with visiting the client location, touring client facilities, investigating relevant facts, analyzing accounting information, preparing cost lead schedules and cost summary schedules, completing appropriate tax computations, and preparing written reports summarizing the findings











+ Manage various project tasks at the same time. Project managers will be responsible for the overall project and deliverable











+ Support business development activities, such as identification, proposal development and other pursuit activities at clients











+ Other duties as assigned









You have the following technical skills and qualifications:









+ Bachelor’s degree in related field











+ Masters or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, Mathematics, Business, Finance, Financial Engineering, Management Science and Engineering, Financial Mathematics, Industrial Engineering or Operations Research preferred











+ Six to ten years of experience in R&D tax credits











+ Minimum of four years of experience in Accounting or Tax in public accounting or consulting











+ Prior project management experience is required











+ Strong understanding of federal and some state R&D rules and relevant court cases











+ Intermediate understanding of tax return mechanics











+ Candidate should be familiar with and have experience with amending tax returns















+ Candidate must demonstrate ability to manage time, manage multiple engagements, support leadership initiatives, and meet deadlines











+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills











+ Ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites. Candidates must be willing and able to travel approximately 8 to 10 days per month.



+ The salary range for this position in the Los Angeles and Newport Beach, CA offices only are between $121,000 and $181,000.





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About Us

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About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:



• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.



• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.



• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers



• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers









Here’s what you can expect next:



If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.









Benefits:





We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits







+ Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.







+ Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.







Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

















Additional Details:



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For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.