Director, Corporate & Trust Income Tax

Company: Insight Investments
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: March 24, 2020

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accurate preparation and timely submission of all foreign, federal, state, and local income tax returns through coordinated efforts with outside tax consultants
• Understand the complexities of the Tax Reform as applied to partnership and S-Corp and conduct research, planning, and compliance accordingly
• Lead the organizations Tax Planning and Strategy
• Enhance existing tax strategy through new approaches, planning and collaboration with senior leaders
• Lead in the analysis and resolution of all complex tax issues impacting the companys business
• Retain and supervise outside tax counsel, other advisors, and/or systems procurement required to effectively conduct research and compliance
• Manage, implement, and maintain tax reporting, compliance, and accounting policies
• Approve tax and tax-related expenditures within established authorization limits; sign tax returns
• Manage income, sales/use, and payroll tax audits, minimize audit exposure, and maintain excellent relationship with taxing authorities
• Direct other tax professionals, whether employees or contractors/consultants, in all aspects of the companys income tax processes
• Prepare financial statement disclosures related to income taxes
• Participate in special projects of a tax or accounting nature as assigned by the companys Chief Financial Officer or other members of senior management
• Consult and advise owners with tax related matters including but not limited to individual income tax planning, research, and compliance
• Improve the overall efficiency of the Tax Department, implement and manage new processes or procedures as neededQualifications / Education
  • 10+ years of experience in a CPA firm, corporate tax department or governmental agency such as the IRS
  • BS/BA in Accounting/Economics; CPA or Masters in Taxation preferred
  • In-depth experience reviewing and preparing foreign, federal, state and local tax returns for partnership and S-Corp
  • Strong understanding and working knowledge of GAAP accounting for income taxes (ASC740) as well as ASC 842
  • Proficiency with US taxation of financial institutions and leasing companies
  • Experience in administering tax audits, negotiations related thereto, and litigation of tax issues
  • Ability to research complex foreign, federal, state and local tax issues and determine their impact on the taxpayer
  • Ability to manage deadlines
  • Previous supervision of professionals within a corporate tax department
  • 10+ years of experience in a CPA firm, corporate tax department or governmental agency such as the IRS
  • BS/BA in Accounting/Economics; CPA or Masters in Taxation preferredSkills
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Excellent leadership skills
    • Organizational skills
    • Proficiency in MS Office and Tax Preparation Software (particularly GoSystem)Candidates with the below skills will be given additional consideration.
      • Manage sales, use, and property tax governance and compliance process
      • Manage all internal and external communications regarding sales tax related matters
      • Ensure sales tax is collectible to the extent mandated by state statute and ensure customers are in agreement--Insight Investments, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a Veteran or other protected classification.DivisionInsight Investments

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