Tax Manager - Financial Services [Private Equity or Hedge Fund]

CohnReznick• , NY

3d•$105,000 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top Professional Services and Business Advisory firms, we foster teams in Advisory, Assurance, and Tax services that value innovation and collaboration in everything they do! We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Tax Manager to join our Financial Services Tax team located in our New York City Office . CohnReznick is a hybrid firm most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to alternate time between both remote and office. At CohnReznick, we believe in creating the conditions in which everyone can do their best work, collaborate, learn, and build community. This results in our ability to create opportunities for our people, make a difference for our clients, and strengthen our internal and external communities. YOUR TEAM. As part of the Financial Services Group, you’ll work with some of the nation’s leading private equity, hedge, and other alternative investment funds. You’ll gain valuable knowledge of the capital markets ecosystem and use it to deliver the comprehensive transaction, fund, and portfolio company audit, tax, and value creation solutions. As a result of the unique organizational structure of most private investment funds, you’ll collaborate with other CohnReznick industry and service line team members to deliver outstanding technical and client service. Located in almost every financial center across the United States—New York, Connecticut, California, Chicago, Boston, Dallas, Denver, Miami, and more--our clients deploy billions of dollars of capital and expect situation-tested expertise, industry knowledge, access to market intelligence and timely response to questions and requests. WHY COHNREZNICK? At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm. We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer. YOUR ROLE.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required, Master's in Accounting/Taxation preferred
CPA, JD or EA preferred
Minimum 6 years tax experience in a public accounting firm
2+ years of supervisory experience
Financial Services Industry experience required (Hedge Fund and/or Private Equity)
Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
Strong tax research and writing skills
Proven technical skills with MS Office to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Solid project management and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to multi-task.

Nice To Haves

Preferred competence with tax compliance and research software to include GoSystems, CCH Axcess, CCH, RIA

Responsibilities

Research tax issues and filing requirements that affect tax compliance.
Review tax returns (1065 & 1120) and ensure accuracy and completeness.
Research complex tax issues using internal revenue code, treasury regulations and other relevant authorities/guidance.
Serve as the Engagement Manager on specific client accounts, taking responsibility for pre-engagement planning, execution, and final deliverable development.
Identify opportunities to expand the scope of current engagements through identification of current client needs and target client requirements.
Provide regular performance feedback as well as deliver timely performance evaluations.
Develop subordinates' technical and industry skills and encourage growth.
Demonstrate initiative, vision, resourcefulness, creativity, and independent thinking.