Senior Tax Associate- Sovereign Royalty and Severance Tax focused

About the role

Baker Tilly, one of the fastest growing CPA advisory firms in the nation, has an incredible career opportunity for an Oil & Gas Upstream Sovereign Royalty and Severance Tax Experienced Associate to join our growing State & Local Tax (SALT) practice in Houston, TX.

Responsibilities

• Research state severance tax issues including valuation, reporting requirements, post-production cost deduction, and applicable incentives.
• Provide guidance to clients on various compliance matters including state, federal, and tribal sovereign royalties.
• Review client product valuation and reporting practices to ensure compliant reporting and identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
• Aid in preparing client monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance returns.
• Assist in providing client support related to state, federal, or tribal audit items.
• Aid in providing client support in other areas of upstream oil and gas taxation.
• Prepare memoranda on federal, tribal, and state compliance issues for individuals, corporations, partnerships and LLCs.
• Identify, communicate, and implement process improvements in firm or customer compliance functions.
• Maintain active communication with management team to enable them to manage client expectations and ensure their satisfaction.
• Learn and grow from direct on the job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm wide learning and development programs.
• Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients and other industry professionals.
• Support the growth and development of team members through the Baker Tilly Care and Teach philosophy, helping associates meet their professional goals.
• Enjoy friendships, social activities and team outings that encourage a work-life balance.

Requirements

• 4-year degree, License eligible required
• Actively pursuing CPA, COPAS APA, or post-graduate related education preferred
• Three (3) + years of experience in accounting, professional services firm required

Qualifications

• An eagerness to work on a variety of Upstream Oil & Gas consulting projects
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving ability
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks in a complex, dynamic environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage time
• Display professional and competent demeanor

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of federal, state, and tribal royalty and production tax laws

Benefits

Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant’s skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees.

Pay

In Houston, TX: pay rate range is $87,110.00 - $114,350.00.