Lead Tax Services Manager - Cedar Rapids

Lead Tax Services Manager - Cedar Rapids There is a tax implication for almost every transaction a company undertakes, from trading to acquisition to offshoring. Even the most sophisticated global companies often struggle with balancing compliance details and long-term tax strategy. The tax specialists of Deloitte Tax LLP ("Deloitte Tax") have the perspective to help companies understand national, state and local and international tax structures and align the tax function with business objectives. Deloitte Tax's Lead Tax Services (LTS) professionals understand the intricacies of tax regulations and their relationships to business. In many cases, LTS professionals manage the day-to-day client service relationships-and as such, these professionals serve as the gateway to a variety of specialized Deloitte Tax services that can help improve compliance with taxing entities while maintaining each client's overall tax risk profile. Knowledgeable in Federal Tax compliance and planning, LTS professionals work closely with clients and other members of the Deloitte Tax team to understand each organization's global goals and strategies and how industry and economic trends affect the business. We are currently looking for Managers for our LTS practice. Deloitte Tax Managers use their experience in accounting and taxation to provide compliance and consulting services to federal and individual clients. They must be familiar with the tax consulting process and the professionalism necessary for the effective diagnosis, solution, development and implementation of clients' tax needs. Managers will have the opportunity to develop and pursue creative strategies while using the latest technologies.  Managers in our Deloitte Tax business conduct day-to-day management of accounts by delivering all tax consulting services to the client and bringing in specialists when necessary.  Primary responsibilities include overseeing of complex tax research projects for clients in diverse industries; participation in engagements requiring tax analysis for a variety of entities and their affiliates; research and analysis of a wide range of tax issues related to business transactions and tax implications of financing techniques; and tax-planning responsibilities for our corporate and individual clients. Managers supervise assignments by the professional accountants serving as Consultants and Senior Consultants. They have responsibility for the development and motivation of engagement staff by providing them with leadership, counseling and career guidance. They have extensive technical experience and have developed their reputation in a given industry/service line. As a Deloitte Tax Manager, qualified candidates must possess: - 4 or more years of public accounting experience or equivalent in law firms or industry - Excellent Research and Writing skills - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other business related field - Proven, excellent interaction skills with management/executive presence - Prior Big 4 experience a plus - CPA, Enrolled Agent or other appropriate certification required - Advanced Degree preferred: MST, MAcc, JD or LL.M - Some travel may be required About DeloitteDeloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, a Swiss Verein, and its network of member firms, each of which is a legally separate and independent entity. Please see www.deloitte.com/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu and its member firms. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries. Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.