Audit Manager and Tax Manager

Audit Manager and Tax Manager

Briggs, Bunting & Dougherty, LLP is a well-established, successful mid-size firm of certified public accountants located in Center City, Philadelphia.  Our professionals work as a team to provide world-class service to each client, every day.  Our team structure allows us to maintain a consistent focus on the professional development and work-life balance of our people.

 

We specialize in providing accounting, audit, tax and business advisory services to middle-market businesses; not-for-profit organizations; employee benefit plans; and individuals, estates and trusts located throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.  Additionally, our firm is recognized as a national expert in providing comprehensive audit and tax services to mutual funds, investment partnerships, hedge funds, investment advisors and securities broker/dealers located throughout the United States. We are committed to pursuing steady growth in these areas of specialization, both through the continual development of our competencies and expansion of our client base.

 

Currently, we are seeking an AUDIT MANAGER and a TAX MANAGER.

 

As a manager at BBD, you will:

 Play a key role in the maintenance of strong client relationshipsTrain and supervise senior and staff-level accountantsWork in a friendly environment where your contribution is appreciatedBe provided with state-of-the-art training, technology and technical resourcesHave unlimited opportunity for advancementReceive highly competitive compensation and benefits and enjoy a rewarding work-life balance

 

The TAX MANAGER reports to and works closely with the Tax Partner and Senior Tax Manager and also assists in supervising a staff of senior and staff-level tax department members.  The Tax Manager also works extensively with the firm?s other partners and managers to assist them in serving clients? tax-related needs. 

 

The Tax Manager initially will spend a significant amount of his/her time on compliance work.  It is expected that the Tax Manager will increase responsibility at a rapid pace to include more tax planning and complex projects as a comfort level is attained within the firm regarding his/her abilities.

 

 

Specific responsibilities for the tax manager:

 

Tax Return Compliance

Review, using Prosystem tax preparation software, federal, state and local tax returns for the following:CorporationsS CorporationsRegulated Investment CompaniesPartnershipsFiduciaryExempt organizationsEmployee Benefit PlansIndividualsEstate and Gift

 

Management and supervision of tax department staffPreparing staff-level performance reviewsDelegation of work to tax department staffIdentifying needs for training and development among tax department staff

 

Research of tax issues and special projects, using RIA, BNA, and CCH tax research software, in response to client and partner needsPrepare memorandum in response to tax research requestsPrepare direct correspondence with clients

 

Tax department administration, with support from tax partnerDevelopment and facilitation of staff training in taxResearch and development of content for firm tax planning newsletterMaintaining thorough knowledge of the latest tax developments and disseminating that information to firm staff and clients

 

IRS Problem Resolution / Tax Authority Problem ResolutionRepresenting clients at IRS, state and local tax auditsResponding to tax notices and resolve problems and questions concerning client tax filings

 

Promotion of the firm, particularly the firm?s tax expertise, including:Writing for professional publicationsParticipating in speaking opportunitiesParticipating in civic, business and professional organizationsDeveloping and maintaining a network of professional contacts

 

Strong candidates will have the following credentials and characteristics:

 CPA Minimum 3-5 years experience in tax department of public accounting firmAdvanced knowledge of federal, multi-state, and local income and business taxesProficient and effective research skillsSelf-starter with desire and ability to increase responsibility and grow professionallyTeam player with ability to work well with othersStrong written and oral communication skills

 

As an AUDIT MANAGER, your responsibilities will include:Day-to-day management of audit engagements, including performance of the audit, financial reporting and the daily field conduct of the auditCommunication with client management teamsResearch of accounting and audit issues based on client or engagement needGaining audit efficiencies through the use of technology, particularly paperless audit, trial balance and data extraction softwareSupervision, training and evaluation of staff assigned to engagements

 

Strong candidates will have the following credentials and characteristics:CPA5+ years experience in public accounting firm environment, with relevant audit experienceThorough knowledge of GAAP and GAASGeneral knowledge regarding tax matters affecting middle-market business and/or not-for-profit organizationsSelf-starter with the ability and enthusiasm to work independently and supervise othersDetail-oriented, strategic thinkerDesire and ability to increase responsibility and grow professionallyTeam player with the ability to work well with othersStrong written and oral communication skillsProficient and effective research skills

 

Compensation and Benefits  

Our salary structure is competitive with the Big Four. Our benefits include:  Company-paid health insurance, life insurance, and disability insurance; Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays; 401(k) plan with an outstanding company match; Paid CPE, professional association dues, and professional licenses.

 

 For consideration please send resume to: emcclafferty@bbdcpa.com