Tax Senior Manager/Director

Overview:

We believe that human care comes first. Only when our talent thrives can they deliver their very best to our clients. We are honored to serve agents of change in culture-shaping industries – including cannabis, sports and entertainment, technology and state and local government. We stay at the forefront by empowering the next generation of talent: rising leaders full of big ideas, passionate energy, and purpose to effect real change. Our inclusive culture, competitive benefits, and flexible work arrangements are designed to motivate and inspire our team members to build something special.

MGO is a top 50 CPA and advisory firm of 700+ professionals working remotely and in offices throughout the U.S. and India. Through frictionless digital tools, we address the local needs, and fuel the global ambitions, of clients in 97 countries. MGO is proud to be a “Best Place to Work” and is ranked as a leader by Accounting Today and Inside Public Accounting.

Summary:

MGO is growing and we need an experienced, motivated, and dedicated Tax Senior Manager or Director to join our practice in Mountain View, California. Preference for someone that can work hybrid as needed out of the Mountain View office.

The Senior Manager/Director is responsible for advising clients on the tax implications of their business objections, evaluating and selecting alternative actions to lessen tax burden and cost of compliance, identifying different methods of complying with tax regulations while acting as the primary client contact for complex tax issues. This role is charged with applying knowledge to understand potential tax issues, and recognizing, communicating potential risks and potential changes in the tax policy and making top-level decisions regarding filing, preparation and resolution of questions from federal / state agencies. In addition, you will be critical member of the office leadership team and actively participate in the marketing, networking and business development within an area of expertise and specialization while maintaining client relationships and acting as the primary contact for complex questions.

Core Responsibilities:

• Leading Managing and Holding People Accountable (LMA)
• Understands and assist in execution of growth strategies (research calls, pipeline management, COPs, etc.)
• Manage the engagement (job) project management, billing, ensures QC (technical) standards
• Takes care of the client (meets deadlines, timely communication)
• Develops engagement team (prepares seniors to the next level)

Essential Functions:

• Interacts closely with clients to provide innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise.
• Efficiently review engagement work papers and returns for HNW clients (Estate, S-Corp, Gift, Trust, and Partnership returns).
• Plans, executes and monitors multiple client service teams, including budgets and production goals.
• Manages federal, state and local tax audits.
• Provides primary and secondary review of complex tax returns.
• Supervises, trains, develops and coaches staff and senior associates.
• Builds new and existing client relationships and demonstrates basic knowledge of client's businesses.
• Researches and documents tax technical issues.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or other relevant field required
• Masters degree in Accounting beneficial, masters degree in taxation preferred
• Six (6) or more years of prior experience or five (5) years with a masters degree in a relevant field
• Prior supervisory experience required
• Licensed CPA required or J.D., LL.M, or EA required
• Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role beneficial
• Experience with Microsoft Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with tax research databases such as BNA and RIA Proficient in all tax compliance process software including GoFileRoom, GoSystemRS, Caseware, BNA Depreciation Software, or comparable programs and standard tax workpapers
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively delegate work as needed
• Strong analytical, research and critical thinking skills as well as decision-making skills
• Capacity to work well in a team environment
• Capable of developing and managing a team of tax professionals
• Capable of effectively developing and maintaining client relationships
• Executive presence and ability to act as primary client contact for preparation and presentation of issues and resolutions to clients

Success Factors:

· Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.

· Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in English.

· Must be able to keep client matters strictly confidential.

· Must have excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills.

What's in it for you:

Work at the forefront: Our clients are culture shapers and mavericks breaking new ground in competitive and highly regulated industries. They expect us to deliver truly innovative solutions, built on sound accounting fundamentals, and a vision for the future. That is why we celebrate creative problem solving and seek team members with passion for what’s next. 
Culture rooted in human care: Our style of relationship development and service delivery is based on the MGO Way, 26 fundamentals that guide our workplace culture. With a focus on mutual trust, personal responsibility, and an inclusive mindset, we believe there is no limit to what we can accomplish together.
Where you can build something: As one of the fastest-growing firms in the nation, there is no end to the opportunities to shape a career you are passionate about. We appreciate an entrepreneurial spirit. Bring your passions, your energy and your ideas to build a meaningful experience for yourself and our clients.
Freedom to give your best: Because you know your goals and motivations, we offer flexible work arrangements, and a progressive time off policy that helps you achieve an optimal work/life balance. 
Compensation you deserve: We are happy to fuel your passion with a competitive compensation and benefits package that rewards hard work and motivates you to go beyond.

Pay Range: $150,000 - $220,000