Tax Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Title: Senior Tax Analyst - Harrisburg Area Company: Global Tax Management Location: Harrisburg, PA Description: Due to growth, GTM is seeking Senior Tax Analysts/Accountants for its Harrisburg, PA location Global Tax Management, Inc. (GTM) is a rapidly-growing tax management firm, based in Pennsylvania, which provides tax management, planning and compliance services to large national/multi-national corporations. With offices in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Radnor (Phila. suburbs) and newly located in NJ, GTM is a firm of highly dedicated tax professionals owned and managed by professionals with significant Big Four and corporate tax experience. Senior Tax Analyst: Due to growth, GTM is looking for professionals to join their Harrisburg area office with experience in preparing corporate tax returns - including allocation & apportionment, bridging & consolidations, and accounting for income taxes pursuant to FAS 109. Duties include: Prepare & review more complex consolidated and standalone corporate federal and state income tax returns for selected clients. Identify, prepare, and/or review computations for tax return items such as book-tax difference, depreciation, alternative minimum tax, sale or exchange of business use assets, and state apportionment. Demonstrate understanding of tax return filing requirements for foreign operations such as Forms 5471 and 5472. Conduct federal and state tax research and draft/review memorandums to support tax return filing positions and special projects as required, with the goal of minimizing tax expense. Demonstrate understanding of FAS 109 and ability to prepare income tax accrual calculations. Two to five years of relevant tax compliance experience ~ Experience in corporate tax preparation software preferred. Requirements include: BS in Accounting, Advanced Degree &/or CPA a plus Comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products Versed in the use of online tax research tools (CCH, RIA, BNA) Additional Skills required: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interact with GTM and client personnel at all levels. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. GTM offers a highly competitive & comprehensive compensation and benefits package under full time arrangements which include: Excellent Health & Dental plans - Annual Bonus - Safe Harbor/401(k) Contribution Plan - ESOP Participation Tuition Reimbursement In house CPE credits, training & education Life/ STD / LTD Wellness program

Job Title: Tax Manager - CPA Firm - State and Local Tax Specialist Company: CyberCoders Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Tax (SALT) Manager - CPA with recent Public Accounting experience - State and Local Tax Specialist If you are a Tax (SALT) Manager with recent CPA Firm experience, please read on! What you need for this position: * Current or Recent Tax Manager experience at a CPA Firm * CPA License * Extensive SALT experience including Multi-state returns * Supervisory experience including Review of Returns * Staff development experience What you'll be doing: * Tax Research for SALT Issues * Managing SALT Compliance Engagements * Overseeing Sales Tax Audits * Business Development for Mid-Market SALT Opportunities * Mentoring and Supervising Tax Staff What's in it for you: * Very competitive salary * Full Benefits * Excellent professional growth opportunity So, if you are a Tax (SALT) Manager with recent CPA Firm experience, please apply today! Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.

Job Title: Sr. Tax Manager High Net Worth Individual Tax Company: LECG Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Company Overview LECG-SMART is a global expert services and consulting firm with more than 1100 professionals in 39 global locations. The firm provides independent expert testimony, financial advisory services, original authoritative studies, strategic advisory, and tax, assurance, and business consulting services to clients including Fortune Global 500 corporations, major law firms, and local, state, and federal governments and agencies in the U.S., Central and South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. LECG-SMART's highly credentialed experts and professional staff conduct economic and financial analyses to provide objective opinions and advice regarding complex disputes and inform legislative, judicial, regulatory, and business decision makers. In addition, the firm assists clients in major sectors with compliance and business process improvement consulting. LECG-SMART's experts are renowned academics, former senior government officials, experienced industry leaders, and seasoned consultants. (NASDAQ: XPRT). For more information, visit www.lecg.com. Position Summary Develop and deliver quality tax consulting and compliance services to closely held and middle market clients, individual family groups, with particular emphasis on comprehensive planning using income and wealth transfer strategies. Preparation and review of tax returns for a wide range and size of clients, including S corporations, partnerships, trusts, private foundations and high-wealth individuals. Tax research and preparation of client memorandum. Team based tax and financial consulting including estate planning. Preparation and review of quarterly federal and state estimated tax payments including tax projections. Analysis of financial information such as balance sheets, fixed asset ledger, and income statements as part of the tax preparation process. Preparation and review of tax return work papers and supporting schedules in a manner consistent with professional standards. Identification of accounting, business and tax opportunities and development of solutions. Keeping current on the latest tax developments, including regulations, case law and policies. Development of quality business relationships Requirements: Job Requirements BA or BS in Accounting, Finance CPA certification required with 9+ years of tax compliance experience in a public accounting firm. Candidates must have comprehensive tax consulting experience and demonstrated expertise in individual and flow-through entity taxation A demonstrated ability to self-direct and effectively organize, prioritize and manage multiple engagements under tight deadlines. Excellent analytical, supervisory, organizational, and written and verbal communications skills necessary. Must have comprehensive knowledge of complex tax concepts and applications related to federal and state tax laws and regulations. An ability to effectively present information and appropriately respond to questions from clients and team members. Experience and continued interest in developing and mentoring staff. Possession of solid PC skills, including Microsoft Windows, Office applications and tax preparation software Authorization required to work in the US; SMART will not offer visa sponsorship for this position. We are an EO/AA employer. We value diversity in the workforce. Apply Online

Job Title: Senior Tax Manager Company: Marcum Search LLC Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Exciting opportunity available with a Philadelphia based office of large growing east coast CPA firm. This Individual will be responsible for: Tax Compliance with privately held Corporations, Partnerships, and Individuals. Tax Planning for high net worth families and individuals Research of new IRS tax laws and regulations New Business Development Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Research tax issues and filing requirements that affect tax compliance, research complex tax issues using internal revenue code, treasury regulations and other relevant authorities/guidance 2. Review tax returns and ensure accuracy and completeness 3. Manage, direct and monitor multiple client engagements 4. Plan, execute, direct and complete tax projects in a variety of industries 5. Provide innovated tax planning, consulting and compliance expertise to clients 6. Conduct primary review of complicated or complex income tax returns including Corporate, S-Corp, partnership and individual clients 7. Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, ensure deadlines are met and lead change efforts effectively 8. Work closely with partners, managers and staff to integrate practice development skills into a team approach to client services and new business development 9. Mentor, develop and train staff on tax projects and assess performance for engagements and reviews; coach senior associates and associates in developing and achieving goals and objectives for performance and professional development Job Requirements 1. 8-12 Years of Public Accounting experience 2. Must possess a BS/BA degree in Accounting 3. CPA and MST, LLM or JD a plus 4. Business Development Experience a plus 5. Tax Consulting, Planning and Research 6. Proficiency in Tax Software

Job Title: Assistant Tax Manager II - Sales & Use Tax Company: National City Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: As an employee of PNC Financial Services Group, you become part of an organization committed to customers, employees, investors, and the communities in which we do business. PNC is an established, growing and successful financial services company, with businesses organized around retail and commercial banking, asset management, and funds processing. Our branches are concentrated in thirteen states and the District of Columbia; additional offices are located nationwide and internationally. We are growing in size and through recent acquisitions have become the fifth largest bank by deposits in the US. We are also growing in reputation, as a leader in areas such as work/life family culture, "green" building design, frontier technology, and strong corporate social responsibility.As the result of recent acquisitions, the corporate tax department of PNC is expanding to include a dedicated position for transaction tax audits. Key responsibilities include:Audits- Manage multiple sales & use tax and tangible personal property tax audits throughout the fieldwork stage.Overnight travel is required.- Hands on oversight throughout the audit fieldwork stage is required.- Take primary responsibility for the preparation of detailed technical memoranda for administrative audit appeals. Attend hearings as required.- Prepare and file internal reverse audit refund petitions for overpaid sales & use taxes.- Manage consultants when audit reassessment appeals and/or refunds have been outsourced.Leasing- Tax oversight responsibility for this business unit requires analyzing and managing risk components of the segment.- Provide technical written transaction research guidance in a multistate environment involving varied lease finance scenarios.Technical Research- Perform as senior technical advisor on transactions.- Provide project support and tax advice on key strategic initiatives.- Develop and maintain source documents and consult with internal business partners regarding tax impacts of transactions.- Develop and manage transaction tax planning consistent with the organization's risk profile.FAS 5- Take primary responsibility for FAS 5 sales and use tax determinations for the consolidated group.- Perform tax reserve calculations and provide timely reporting to management.The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:- Bachelor Degree in accounting, finance or taxation.- Six + years of sales and use tax audit defense experience.- Leasing experience preferred.- PA/OH experience is a plus.- CPA a plus.- Ability to timely manage multiple tasks.- Self motivated requiring minimal supervision.- Strong communication skills - written and verbal.- Strong computer skills - Excel and Word.- Excellent research skills including using computer-based tax research libraries.PNC is committed to offering you a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. We design our full time and part time benefits programs based on PNC's benefits philosophy to provide quality levels of coverage at affordable costs over the long term for both employees and PNC. We strive to balance the cost of providing competitive benefits with the need to cover employees with a wide range of protection during and after employment.Options you may be able to consider include:Medical and Dental Coverage Life Insurance Part Time Benefits Education Assistance Paid Training Paid Vacation Competitive Pay Shift Differential 401(k) Flexible Schedules Growth Opportunity Work/Life BalancePNC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -- M/F/D/V/SOTotal Hours Per Week40Scheduled Days/Hours8:15a - 5:00pHR Job CodeC12113 ASSISTANT TAX MANAGER II

Job Title: Tax Manager (Corporate) Company: Robert Half Finance & Accounting Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: Job Title: Tax Manager (Corporate) JobId: 03710-109786 City: PHILADELPHIA State: PA Zip Code: 19103 Description: Growing international professional service firm is seeking a stand alone Tax Manager to join their finance team. Ideal candidate will be responsible for a variety of tax areas, including FAS 109, state, local, Partnership & Tax Exempt Tax Return & Provisions. This position is also responsible for federal, state and local taxes as well as, sales and use tax. Special projects would include working on issues associated with compensation including some international tax rules. Qualified candidates will possess 5+ years? public accounting experience or a combo of public/private tax experience. A 4 year degree in accounting and a CPA or MS in Taxation would be highly preferred. Excellent opportunity to grow with an International leader. This is a hands on position in an dynamic environment. The position has high exposure to the executive team. FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION, EMAIL in word document to: Register to View Cecilia Bjurstrom Register to View Phone

Job Title: Associate Tax Analyst Company: FedEx Location: Coraopolis, PA Description: Overview: When you absolutely, positively have to have a great career.....apply today!You will be a part of...An organization that recognizes and rewards the contributions of its employees. Dynamic work environments, a wide range of career options, career advancement opportunities and competitive salary and bonus opportunities. As a global enterprise, all FedEx companies embrace and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our culture fosters an environment where a person's performance is what counts.FedEx has a reputation as being one of the Best Places to Work around the world: FORTUNE "100 Best Companies to Work for in America"FedEx has been honored as one of the Best Companies to Work For in 11 of the past 12 years and was named to the Best Companies to Work For Hall of Fame in 2005. FedEx also has been consistently ranked in FORTUNE's Global Most Admired Companies and America's Most Admired Companies lists since 2002 and 2001, respectively.Position Information: Under direct supervision the successful candidate will prepare returns, audits, tax accruals, conduct tax planning and research related to the application of U.S., foreign, state and local tax laws.Following are the specific tasks that will be performed in this position:Completion of fuel and mileage tax returns.Analysis of supporting information and resolution of related variances. Research, analysis, and resolutionof vehicle mileage and fuel purchase variances applicable to fuel and mileage tax reporting. Conducting related system testing. This is a great opportunity to develop a specialized skill set in the area of corporate finanace. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree / equivalent in business, finance or related discipline. CPA, Masters degree or professional tax designation and directly related experience in public accounting or corporae tax/finance area preferred. Strong human relations, analytical and communication skills.Job ID: 11429JobTitle: Associate Tax Analyst

Job Title: Tax Manager Company: Middle Market Public Accounting Firm Location: Blue Bell, PA Description: Tax Manager (c-corp, s-corp, partnership) Blue Bell Search Group is dedicated to serving the direct hire needs of companies in the greater Philadelphia area. We're currently conducting a confidential search for a regional CPA firm in the Greater Philadelphia area. This is an exceptional opportunity for a tax professional who enjoys working with a wide variety of tax issues in a team based environment. Their existing team of 10 professionals is exceptionally strong and capable of tackling a broad range of federal, state, local and international tax issues. If you've been considering evaluating the market, we encourage you to investigate this opportunity. All correspondence is held in the strictest confidence. Responsibilities: Provide tax compliance and advisory services for partnerships, corporations, and S-corporations for a variety of clients from emerging businesses to well established middle market companies. Manage a portfolio of clients of varying size ($50-300 mm in revenue) and scope and act as the point of contact for internal and external clients Build and manage client relationships Manage teams of tax professionals and assistants working on client projects Advise clients and be responsible for delivering high quality tax service and advice Participate in and contribute to market and business activities external to the firm Qualifications: 5+ years of tax experience in an accounting firm or law firm Bachelor's degree Licensed CPA or attorney Strong knowledge of flow-through entities (FTE) Experience with corporate taxation, consolidations and partnerships Excellent advisory and compliance skills Substantial experience reviewing returns. Our client also offers flexible work arrangements along with a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

Job Title: Salt Tax Manager/Business Developer Company: General Employment Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Business Development and SALT Tax Manager Responsibilities include: Perform technical tax review & approval of all tax returns of any complexity Research complex tax issues and/or direct staff Identify issues and recommend creative solutions to complex client issues Assume tax preparation responsibility for more complex business returns Delegate and manage tax and research assignments to achieve accurate and efficient product Perform administrative duties in addition to scheduling smooth system flow of tax returns Pursue opportunities to provide additional services; pursues leads; retain clients Maintains familiarity with staff's qualifications, reviews assignments for appropriateness Instruct and facilitate both internal and external training Recruitment of new and experienced staff Requirements include: 5-7 years national or large regional public accounting firm experience with significant corporate and/or SALT tax issues CPA Certification

Job Title: International Tax Manager Company: Towers Watson & Co. Location: Philadelphia, PA Description: ABOUT TOWERS WATSON Towers Watson is a leading global professional services company that helps organizations improve performance through effective people, financial and risk management. With 14,000 associates around the world, we offer solutions in the areas of employee benefit programs, talent and reward programs, and risk and capital management. THE BUSINESS The Finance function serves both internal and external customers: associates within our company, client organizations, shareholders, financial institutions, vendors and regulatory agencies around the world. Our main responsibilities include managing shareholder and Wall Street relationships in support of the company's stock, coordinating forecasting, budgeting and consolidated financial analytics, ensuring effective global governance over financial matters, supporting the request for proposal (RFP) process for the businesses by overseeing contract language and financial thresholds for investments, pricing and profitability, supporting the businesses' daily transaction activity, ensuring tax efficiency and appropriate statutory compliance with government agencies, and managing banking relationships to ensure adequate liquidity for the continuing support and growth of the company. THE ROLE As the International Tax Manager you will be responsible for coordinating US international tax filings for its non US affiliates in accordance with US requirements. In addition you will be responsible for coordinating transfer pricing documentation for the global entities. You will also directly work on implementing and updating transfer pricing policies globally. You will also have the opportunity to use your leadership skills to facilitate meetings and delegate work responsibilities with outside advisors. Furthermore, you will coordinate key international efforts for tax internally and externally in accordance with Tax Department strategy. You will work closely with external tax advisors, the Senior Manager of International Tax, and our Treasurer, Accounting and Legal. PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES Excellence n Work closely with the Senior International Tax Manager to coordinate and execute all functions internally and externally to ensure that the international tax compliance is filed in a timely and efficient manner and are effectively settled within the defined risk strategy n Prepare or supervise preparation of all international corporate income tax compliance n Coordinate Transfer Pricing Studies with tax advisers n Assist and eventually project manage legal entity restructurings n Prepare US foreign tax credit computations n Coordinate and assist with Form 5471 preparation n Assist and support foreign tax audit controversy n Ensure that changes in international tax practices and regulations (local country) are applied properly within the department People/Clients n Scope, lead and deliver a cross-functional project with well defined outcomes and adherence to timelines n Lead more junior team members in assigned project areas and effectively manage external partnerships n Manage and seek process improvement in a collaborative environment Financial n Reduce the Company's ETR through effective coordination of tax issues n Optimize tax preparation and ultimately minimize tax fees and costs THE REQUIREMENTS n 7-10+ years of Tax experience in a public accounting firm or an international corporate tax department n CPA certification or progress toward one required; Big Four public accounting experience highly preferred n Expertise in GAAP, Tax Accounting and federal and state tax laws; international tax experience preferred but not necessary n Expertise in preparing and reviewing international tax provisions n Advanced degree in Taxation a plus n Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, Word and familiarity with Oracle or SAP n Knowledge of tax accounting software such as RIA-In source a plus n Strong analytical, problem solving and research skills; n Well organized and detail oriented n Strong written and verbal communication skills n Ability to ask the right questions and seek help where appropriate n Natural ease and effectiveness when dealing with clients/colleagues at all levels n Ability to respond to all communications effectively and in a timely manner n Flexibility and proven ability to diagnose and resolve issues; strong client service orientation n Ability to work both independently and with client teams and enjoy a fast-paced environment n Sense of accountability; owning one's work and taking pride in it n Self starter; interest in continually challenging oneself and willingness to step outside of one's comfort zone n Interest and ability to think beyond the task at hand and understand how one's work fits into the broader landscape n Light domestic and overseas travel at various times during the year Interested candidates should apply in the "Careers" section of our website at http://www.towerswatson.com/careers/search/default.asp (Search by Job ID 6299) Any unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Towers Watson are considered property of Towers Watson and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Towers Watson, any such agency must have an existing formal written agreement signed by an authorized Towers Watson recruiter and an active working relationship with the organization. Resumes must be submitted according to our candidate submission process, which includes being actively engaged on the particular search. Likewise, for our authorized Recruitment Agencies/Search Firms, if the candidate submission process is not followed, no agency fees will be paid by Towers Watson. Towers Watson is an EEO/AA Employer, M/F/D/V