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Manager - Tax

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Job title
Manager, Accounting - Tax
Location
New York
Department
Accounting
Reports to

Director, Accounting – Tax & Partner Compensation

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Position Summary

The Manager, Tax overseas the firm-wide tax returns preparation and monthly/quarterly tax process. The Manager directs the Senior and Junior Tax Accountants.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation, review and filing of all phases of Partnership tax returns

  • Ensure the proper accounting and external compliance reporting of taxes domestically and internationally
  • Preparation/Review of various workpapers
  • Compile tax data for U.S. domestic (federal and multi- state) and international tax return preparation and filings
  • Allocation of various income items
  • Review of Federal and various State Partnership returns and other annual returns including PTET returns
  • Review of quarterly estimates
  • Interaction with accounting and accounts payable departments
  • Gathering tax information for overseas offices for tax filings
  • Review of monthly sales tax returns
  • Preparation/Review of quarterly declarations for UBT, Group returns, local returns (CA, DC) etc.
  • Assistance with Expat issues
  • Respond to tax authority requests and supervision of tax audits
  • Manage relationships with outside tax consultants and ensure that the firm is deriving the maximum benefit from those
  • Review of Quarterly billings to Foreign Offices
  • Manage & Review of various commercial rent tax and occupancy taxes
  • Understanding of firm taxation in various countries
  • Communication with partners
  • Assist in Tax research projects
Qualifications / Position Requirements
  • Accounting degree
  • CPA preferred
  • Strong understanding in partnership and international taxation topics
  • Proven ability to personally meet deadlines as well as hold others (both direct and indirect reports) accountable to deadlines
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills
  • High attention to detail
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; ability to motivate and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
  • A hardworking, high-energy individual who is able to be hands-on and work well with multiple priorities and global responsibilities
  • Highly intelligent and analytical; ability to sort through complex matters and translate and communicate them in a clear, concise manner
  • Collaborative team player
  • Ability to fit into the firm’s existing culture
  • Excel knowledge
  • MS Word
  • General Ledger knowledge
Education and/or Experience

Tax Manager with a minimum of 5 years of tax experience in the following areas:

  • Partnership Taxation
  • Individual Taxation
Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $170,000 - $200,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please email a resume and cover letter.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.