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The Federal Direct Tax team within the US Firms Tax ("USFT") group of the Deloitte US Firms is responsible for analyzing and computing book-tax differences, calculating federal taxable income, and the preparation of the Deloitte US Firms' federal partnership returns. In addition, the Federal Direct Tax team prepares yearend projections and performs tax research and analysis on certain tax planning strategies.

Recruiting for this role ends on August 30th 2026.

Work you'll do

As a Tax Consultant II on our Federal Direct Tax team, you will analyze and compute book-tax differences, calculate taxable income, and prepare federal partnership returns. This requires collaboration with other members of our Federal Direct Tax team, as well as with our State and Local Tax and Partner Tax Matters teams. You will also assist with transforming our people, processes, and technology. Specifically, as a Tax Consultant II, you will:

• Prepare workpapers for the partnership federal income tax returns, including calculations of 163(j) limitations and determinations of 199A reporting requirements
• Prepare federal partnership income tax returns, including Schedule K-2
• Assist in the production of federal specific reporting for the annual partner K-1 packages
• Perform tax research as necessary regarding federal tax issues affecting the US Firms entities and our partners
• Coordinate with our Indirect Tax and Partners Tax Matters teams on federal withholding information returns
• Assist with any potential federal audits and draft correspondence with authorities regarding audit issues or tax notices
• Assist with federal compliance workflow management
• Monitor and help to implement any federal tax legislation
• Make recommendations on business and process improvements related to US Firms tax matters

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Foundational knowledge of federal partnership tax fundamentals and compliance concepts
• Strong project management skills; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Proactive problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

The Team

Deloitte Services LP includes internal support areas such as Finance and Administration, Talent, Information Technology, Marketing and Communications, and Facilities Management. This Tax Consultant II role is part of our internal USFT team which is a subset of our Finance and Administration group. The USFT team is responsible for setting the tax policy for the Deloitte US Firms in the US and other countries where it has operations, as well as for all the domestic and foreign compliance for the Deloitte US Firms' entities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Taxation
• One (1) + years of prior experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Excel
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
• Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree
• Experience in a professional services firm
• Eligible for CPA, Enrolled Agent, or other relevant certification
• Some experience with ONESOURCE Income Tax
• Some experience with SAP or other financial systems

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $69,400 to $142,600.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

The Federal Direct Tax team within the US Firms Tax ("USFT") group of the Deloitte US Firms is responsible for analyzing and computing book-tax differences, calculating federal taxable income, and the preparation of the Deloitte US Firms' federal partnership returns. In addition, the Federal Direct Tax team prepares yearend projections and performs tax research and analysis on certain tax planning strategies.

Recruiting for this role ends on August 30th 2026.

Work you'll do

As a Tax Consultant II on our Federal Direct Tax team, you will analyze and compute book-tax differences, calculate taxable income, and prepare federal partnership returns. This requires collaboration with other members of our Federal Direct Tax team, as well as with our State and Local Tax and Partner Tax Matters teams. You will also assist with transforming our people, processes, and technology. Specifically, as a Tax Consultant II, you will:

• Prepare workpapers for the partnership federal income tax returns, including calculations of 163(j) limitations and determinations of 199A reporting requirements
• Prepare federal partnership income tax returns, including Schedule K-2
• Assist in the production of federal specific reporting for the annual partner K-1 packages
• Perform tax research as necessary regarding federal tax issues affecting the US Firms entities and our partners
• Coordinate with our Indirect Tax and Partners Tax Matters teams on federal withholding information returns
• Assist with any potential federal audits and draft correspondence with authorities regarding audit issues or tax notices
• Assist with federal compliance workflow management
• Monitor and help to implement any federal tax legislation
• Make recommendations on business and process improvements related to US Firms tax matters

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Foundational knowledge of federal partnership tax fundamentals and compliance concepts
• Strong project management skills; excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Proactive problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

The Team

Deloitte Services LP includes internal support areas such as Finance and Administration, Talent, Information Technology, Marketing and Communications, and Facilities Management. This Tax Consultant II role is part of our internal USFT team which is a subset of our Finance and Administration group. The USFT team is responsible for setting the tax policy for the Deloitte US Firms in the US and other countries where it has operations, as well as for all the domestic and foreign compliance for the Deloitte US Firms' entities.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Taxation
• One (1) + years of prior experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in Excel
• Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
• Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.

Preferred:

• Advanced degree
• Experience in a professional services firm
• Eligible for CPA, Enrolled Agent, or other relevant certification
• Some experience with ONESOURCE Income Tax
• Some experience with SAP or other financial systems

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $69,400 to $142,600.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.