Tax Consultant

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 Experienced Tax Consultants for our LTS practice.  Experienced Tax Consultants are responsible for providing tax research and analysis for clients in diverse industries, preparation of tax returns and for keeping up-to-date on current tax practices and technical issues. Experienced Consultants should demonstrate a good understanding and working knowledge of the client's business and tax systems, take responsibility for clearing open items relating to assigned areas, and for meeting client deadlines.  Experienced Consultants effectively communicate difficulties in a timely fashion and are able to identify and communicate issues that require the immediate attention of the Tax Senior Consultants or others on the engagement team.  They also actively participate in decision making. As an Experienced Tax Consultant, qualified candidates must possess: - Minimum of two or more years experience in providing tax planning services or preparing and reviewing client work papers and income tax returns - Strong research, technology, and both written and oral communication skills - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other business related field - Advanced Degree preferred: MST, MAcc, JD or LL.M - CPA, Enrolled Agent or other appropriate certification (or in the process of pursuing) - Prior Big 4 and/or law firm experience a plus - 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.