Our client, a hedge fund in NYC, is seeking an experienced Tax professional for a consulting engagement. This individual will be brought in to take ownership of ongoing tax notices across multiple entities while also helping lead a large, time-sensitive project involving the implementation of tax blocker entities across a number of deals. This is a hands-on role that requires someone who can review tax matters, understand what action needs to be taken, coordinate with internal teams and outside tax advisors, and drive items through completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong corporate tax foundation, experience working across multiple entities, and the ability to manage tax-related projects independently.
Responsibilities Include:
- Review state and other tax notices received across multiple companies and legal entities
- Understand each notice and determine the appropriate next steps
- Coordinate with outside tax advisory firms to resolve tax notices and related issues
- Own and track tax matters from initial receipt through final resolution
- Help lead a large-scale project involving the implementation of tax blocker entities across multiple deals
- Coordinate with tax advisors, legal teams, and other internal and external stakeholders throughout the blocker implementation process
- Manage project timelines and ensure outstanding items are completed within tight deadlines
- Maintain appropriate documentation and tracking across tax matters and entities
- Identify outstanding issues and proactively follow up with the appropriate parties
Requirements:
- Mid-level corporate tax experience
- Hands-on experience reviewing and resolving state/local tax notices
- Experience supporting tax matters across multiple legal entities
- Strong understanding of corporate tax compliance and general tax concepts
- Experience coordinating with outside tax advisors and internal stakeholders
- Strong project management, organization, and follow-through
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects from start to finish
- Big 4/public accounting or in-house corporate tax experience can work
- Experience with tax blockers, investment entities, or alternative investments is a plus, but not required
