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Grant Thornton LLP SALT Internal Senior Director in Wichita, Kansas
Senior Director – SALT - Internal Tax
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Director - SALT Internal Tax will need to be a dynamic and experienced leader. This position will be responsible for establishing, implementing and maintaining the firm' s overarching SALT tax strategies and policies to complement firm’s operations and be the focal leadership point in collaboration with the Chief Tax Officer, Director SALT, CFO and Tax Matters Partner and other firm leaders to modernize, transform and update the current SALT approach.
Reporting to the Chief Tax Officer, this role will foster a spirit of collaboration with other leaders within finance/accounting and the business in carrying out these responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Evaluate current state and develop a strategy along with other key strategic business leaders (e.g., CTO, CFO, CEO, COO, GC, etc..) relative to the overall approach to SALT tax strategies for the firm as well as the firm’s owners (i.e., partners and principals)
Drive quality and seamless delivery through all aspects of the reporting and compliance process (e.g., state/local, indirect, state partnership K-1 process, etc.)
Lead and support the leadership with effective communication efforts to and on behalf of firm owners (i.e., partners and principals), (both individually and as a group, on state tax matters)
Proactively engages the business leaders and other subject matter experts with the firm on key issues; assess and manage risks and opportunities;
Provide the on-the-ground and day-to-day state tax leadership for the Tax Function / Team and drive efficiencies and transformation through a leader-led technology enablement and process transformation
Support the firm’s efforts to identify, hire, develop and retain top tax function talent to support the overall firm objectives
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
15+ years of experience (preferably strategic partnership) experience, including experience within the professional services industry
Deep expertise in partnership tax accounting topics, concepts and strategies
Comprehensive knowledge of US and state tax requirements for partnerships, alternate structures, subsidiaries, etc.
Ability to support, collaborate with and effectively communicate across the entire spectrum of leadership roles and all levels of leadership (e.g., Partnership Board, C-Suite, Business Unit Leaders, etc.)
Recognized and proven experience leading a team of diverse professionals with emphasis on the identification and development of top talent
Masters in Tax / Accounting preferred and BA in Tax / Accounting required
CPA required AND JD/LLM a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel on short notice and work additional hours as necessary.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Denver, CO and Sacramento, CA offices only is between $176,200 and $293,600 per year.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Bellevue, WA, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA, Melville, NY, and New York City(Manhattan) offices only is between $190,300 and $317,100 per year.
The base salary range for this position in the firm’s San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices only is between $202,600 and $337,600 per year.
About Us
At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.
About the Team
The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:
• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.
• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for your and those in your household.
• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers
• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers
Here’s what you can expect next:
If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.
Benefits:
We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits
Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.
Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.
Additional Details:
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For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.