Tax Manager – Dealership

About the role

As a Tax Manager – Dealership at Schneider Downs, you will provide tax consulting and compliance services, and oversee all aspects of the tax planning, preparation, and review process for tax engagements. You will have an understanding of automotive operations including by department and back office of the dealership. Internally, you will manage engagement economics and provide technical and leadership development to the tax team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop strong client relationships on various tax consulting/compliance engagements
• Engagement workflow, engagement team resources, and engagement billing
• Work as part of a coordinated client service team approach, working with other practice units to provide industry knowledge and insight to clients in a variety of industries
• Review engagement profitability and prepare and analyze monthly billing for assigned engagements
• Review tax returns prepared by staff and make recommendations regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities
• Research and analyze a wide range of tax issues and tax implications
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills and working knowledge of accounting and tax software
• Provide leadership, counseling, and career guidance for the development and motivation of the engagement team
• Represent firm and build relationships by attending fundraisers, meetings with prospects/bankers, charitable events, professional organizations, etc.
• Work as a team on internal initiatives that promote firm growth, culture, technical tax content development, and technological advances
• Stay informed of current and proposed tax legislation, communicating potential impacts to clients and assist with planning

Requirements

• CPA, J.D., LL.M, or Masters in Taxation
• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience in tax is required
• Experience managing compliance and consulting engagements for clients in the automotive/dealership industry, or individuals with significant pass-through experience who are willing to learn a new industry
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills
• Excellent writing, communication, and tax research skills

Qualifications

We understand the importance of work-life balance. That's why we've embraced a hybrid work model, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of working from home as well as in the office. Learn more about what it’s like working at Schneider Downs here: https://tinyurl.com/52t4kshw

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Insurance, including health, dental, and vision, that begins on day one
• 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Flex Fridays and office closures for summer and winter breaks
• Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteer time
• 401(k) plans and profit sharing
• CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, and pet insurance

Pay

Details TBD

Schedule

Details TBD