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EHTC

Tax Manager - Private Client Services

Ada, MI

Description EHTC is seeking a Tax Manager to join our Private Client Services team. This role is responsible for managing tax compliance, planning, consulting, and advisory engagements for high-net ...

McDermott

NY · On-site

$138 - $194/hr

The Senior Marketing Manager, Tax & Private Client, drives strategic, data-informed marketing campaigns that elevate McDermott Will & Schulte's market presence and generate new business opportunities.

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tax Private Client Services professional, and why are they important?

To excel in Tax Private Client Services, you need expertise in tax law, financial planning, and compliance, typically backed by a degree in accounting or law and relevant certifications such as CPA or JD. Familiarity with tax preparation software, wealth management platforms, and research databases is essential for accuracy and efficiency. Strong interpersonal skills, discretion, and problem-solving abilities help build client trust and deliver tailored solutions. These competencies ensure effective management of complex tax matters and high-net-worth clients' financial interests.

What is Tax Private Client Services?

Tax Private Client Services are specialized advisory and compliance services offered to high-net-worth individuals, families, and their businesses to help manage and optimize their tax affairs. These services focus on personal income tax planning, estate and gift tax strategies, succession planning, and often involve international tax considerations. Professionals in this field work closely with clients to ensure they are compliant with tax regulations while minimizing their tax liabilities and preserving wealth across generations.

What is the difference between Tax Private Client Services vs Tax Accountant?

AspectTax Private Client ServicesTax Accountant
CredentialsCPA or Enrolled Agent often preferredCPA, EA, or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentHigh-net-worth individual advisory, personalized servicesCorporate, firm, or individual tax preparation
Employer & IndustryFinancial advisory firms, private clientsAccounting firms, corporations, small businesses

Tax Private Client Services focus on providing personalized tax planning and compliance for high-net-worth individuals, often requiring specialized client management skills. Tax Accountants handle broader tax preparation and compliance for various clients, including individuals and businesses. While both roles require similar credentials, their client focus and work environments differ significantly.

How does a Tax Private Client Services professional typically collaborate with other departments within a firm?

Professionals in Tax Private Client Services regularly work alongside colleagues from areas such as wealth management, legal, and audit to provide comprehensive solutions for high-net-worth individuals and family offices. This collaboration ensures clients receive advice that is both tax-efficient and aligned with their broader financial goals. Cross-departmental teamwork often involves joint client meetings, sharing insights on regulatory changes, and coordinating on complex transactions like estate planning or business succession. Effective communication and strong relationship-building skills are vital for success in this collaborative environment.
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Tax Manager, Private Client Services

BDO USA

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

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Job Summary:
Private Client Services at BDO is a boutique practice within our firm. Offering a high touch approach, we have extensive experience serving high net-worth individuals, their families, family offices, C-Suite executives, athletes, entertainers, as well as other people with complicated tax and financial structures. The Private Client Services Practice is experienced in all aspects of estate, income, gift, and trust tax consulting and compliance; charitable giving and philanthropic foundations; executive compensation; and cash-flow, retirement, and life insurance planning.
A Tax Manager, Private Client Services is responsible for utilizing their educational background and professional experience as well as their communication, time management, leadership, technical, business development, and people skills to provide tax compliance and consulting services to our high net-worth clients.
Job Duties:
  • Manages tax and consulting engagements and enhance skills allowing you to identify and address client needs, tax planning, and consulting opportunities
  • Works directly with clients and their advisors to gather information needed to prepare tax returns
  • Reviews individual, trust, estate, S-Corp, foundation, partnership, and gift tax returns and provides written and verbal feedback to staff and interns
  • Directs communication with government agencies for matters of the highest complexity
  • Identifies technical issues, conducts advanced tax research, and develops sound recommendations for PCS leadership
  • Develops and expands your understanding of tax concepts and knowledge through client engagements and current tax developments
  • Prioritizes and completes tasks both individually and with a team
  • Assists with PCS/firm contribution responsibilities including billing, recruiting, attendance and participation in CPE activities and training
  • Builds new relationships and maintains existing relationships with BDO professionals and external sources

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Supervises associates and senior associates on all projects
  • Reviews work prepared by associates and senior associates and provide review comments
  • Trains Associates and Seniors how to use all current software tools
  • Acts as a Career Advisor to associates and senior associates
  • Schedules and manages workload of associates and senior associates
  • Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, required; major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Statistics, preferred
  • Master's degree in Accountancy or Taxation, preferred

Experience:
  • Five (5) or more years prior experience in accounting, finance, or law, required
  • Experience working in public accounting, or the private client service area, preferred

License/Certifications:
  • Certified Public Accountant credential, Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent ("EA") credential, Attorney (admitted to practice in a U.S. jurisdiction), or the equivalent of one of these designations, required
  • Possession of other professional degrees or certifications applicable to role, preferred

Software:
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat, required
  • Experience with tax compliance process software (GoSystems, BNA Tax Planner, GoFileRoom, SurePrep), preferred
  • Experience with tax research tools (BNA Portfolio, CCH IntelliConnect, Checkpoint and Lexis Nexis), preferred

Languages:
  • N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Initiative
    • Owns their own career and technical development; demonstrates self-awareness, actively pursues projects and learning experiences to fill in their technical knowledge gaps
    • Manages client engagements, supervises, and reviews work of team members
  • Communication
    • Expresses themselves effectively verbally and in writing; takes complex thoughts, synthesizes them into works using clear, concise language, and presents a cohesive narrative
    • Maintains communication with clients even after the work is complete to ensure quality service and maintain a relationship for future work
    • Resolves client service issues in a timely and acceptable manner
  • Leadership
    • Supports a collaborative and team-oriented environment while pushing themselves, their peers, and their teams for strong results and quality work
    • Ability to act as primary client contact for return preparation and coordination with client and engagement team on other client tax matters
  • Business Development
    • Seizes opportunities for new professional contacts when presented; Actively networks professionally outside of BDO
    • Involves firm specialists and other business lines to increase cross service opportunities
  • People Development
    • Supervises, develops, and trains employees
    • Acts as a mentor to associates and senior associates
    • Provides verbal and written performance feedback to associates and senior associates

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
California Range: $112,000 - $150,000
Colorado Range: $111,500 - $130,000
Illinois Range: $105,000 - $130,000
Maryland Range: $113,000 - $120,000
Massachusetts Range: $120,000 - $127,000
Minnesota Range: $90,000 - $120,000
New Jersey Range: $115,000 - $140,000
Ohio Range: $105,000 - $150,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $125,000 - $150,000
Washington Range: $110,000 - $125,000
Washington DC Range: $120,000 - $140,000
About Us
At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you'll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.
Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.
BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you'll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.
We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm's success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we're building together.
Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more!
*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.
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