Partnership Taxation Director
As the Partnership Tax Director, you’ll lead the team’s production of primary and secondary reviews of complex tax returns and provide tax consulting services for partnership clients. You’ll collaborate with the Partnership Tax team to make recommendations on return preparation and tax savings opportunities, focusing on accuracy, quality, and client service. From day one, you’ll have access to high-quality tools and resources to meet client needs and deliver high-value solutions.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate the tax aspects of partnership agreements and manage the client's Internal Revenue Code (IRC) 704b accounts
- Attract and mentor talented professionals
- Oversee multiple client services teams on engagements; plan, execute, direct, and complete tax projects across various industries
- Provide innovative tax planning, consulting, and compliance expertise; market, sell, design, and implement tax-planning strategies while managing to budget
- Develop and maintain new business and client relationships, both with existing and new clients
- Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on tax projects and assess their performance for engagement and year-end reviews
- Research and consult on various tax matters, primarily in Sub-chapter K-Partnership taxation; utilize tax-related software to prepare and process returns and research tax issues
- Respond to inquiries from the IRS and other tax authorities
- Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure deadlines are met, and enhance relationships
- Lead and support business development activities, including identification, proposal development, and pursuit activities
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- CPA required
- Minimum ten years of progressive tax compliance and/or tax consulting experience in public accounting or a combination of industry and public accounting experience
- Experience with partnership structuring, entity formation, and mergers & acquisitions is preferred
- Excellent analytical, technical, and tax accounting/technology skills with proficiency in US GAAP, partnership returns, joint venture, and non-corporate entity tax returns
- Understanding of Sub-chapter K partnership taxation is required
- Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
- Strong leadership, business development, recruiting, training, coaching, and mentoring skills
- Excellent written, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment
- Ability to travel as needed
Pay
The base salary range for this position is between $197,800 and $247,250. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion and based on factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity.
About the Team
The team you’re joining is ready to help you thrive with options for flexible work arrangements, including in-person attendance at least three days per week at a Grant Thornton office or client site. You’ll be supported in prioritizing your well-being through work-life integration options tailored to your needs.
Benefits
Grant Thornton offers personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all identities, roles, and aspirations. For an overview of benefit offerings, visit Grant Thornton’s rewards and benefits page.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
- Employee assistance program
- Paid sick leave (minimum 72 hours)
- Paid firm holidays (for interns and seasonal employees)
- Eligibility for 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan (for seasonal employees, subject to plan terms)
- Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance (for eligible employees; interns and seasonal employees are not eligible)