Attorney in Milwaukee, WI

In-House

Milwaukee, WI

Attorney in Milwaukee, WI

Non-practicing Attorney

Min 5 yrs required

No

Manager, Accounting Methods
The candidate will have the opportunity and charge to innovate and collaborate with employees in all business lines, as well as with clients' leaders in tax, accounting, and finance, and also in their operations, software, manufacturing, and supply chain departments. Identifies all situations where research is necessary and conducts appropriate investigation on identified topics. Confirms accuracy of facts and sources where appropriate. Prepares studies of tax implications and outlines alternative courses of action to clients. Composes effective research memos in support of projects/transactions. Develops effective presentations for marketing and sales opportunities. Ensures clients comply with applicable authorities. Identifies options for minimizing client tax and reporting burdens. Identifies 'gray areas' and recognizes and communicates to partners related risks. Completes appropriate workpapers and tax returns forms accurately. Ensures firm risk management and tax quality control standards and protocols are met. Communicates with clients and appropriate Core Tax Services, Assurance, and Consulting personnel regarding any issues. Develops, recommends, and implements solutions to provide clients maximum tax benefits. Stays informed of new legal and factual developments affecting clients' tax positions and identifies and communicates to partners effective approaches to optimize these positions. Identifies and assists in maximizing all potential tax accounting methods benefits. Identifies process improvements. Effectively represents clients before tax authorities. Responds effectively to inquiries from federal and state tax authorities regarding tax issues and questions. Develops an in-depth understanding of the technical and practical issues and opportunities regarding tax accounting methods. Identifies client opportunities and issues having to do with tax specializations other than accounting methods. Develops new or improved ideas and strategies to advance the position of clients, the firm or firm personnel. Suggests marketing approaches for new client acquisition. Effectively supervises and reviews the day-to-day work of the STS Accounting Methods Senior Associates and Associates on assigned engagements. Ensures the STS Accounting Methods Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns are well trained in all required areas. Effectively evaluates the performance of the STS Accounting Methods Senior Associates and Associates and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance their professional development. Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes constructive performance evaluations for the STS Accounting Methods Senior Associates, Associates, and Interns. Acts as Career Advisor to the STS Accounting Methods Senior Associates and Associates.