Tax Advisor jobs in United States, Georgia, Atlanta

Constantly changing regulatory environments have led to rapid growth in the area of transfer pricing. EY is a leader in synthesizing global developments and advising our clients. You’ll see that reflected in your career since you’ll be working with prestigious global clients at the leading front of economic analysis. Whether you’ve built your skills in another global organization, you’re approaching this from an industry perspective, or you’ve recently completed a BA, master’s or PhD and are interested in applying your analytical skills, you could really shine here.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll be heavily involved at all stages of the project lifecycle, making this a high-profile opportunity to take on a wide range of responsibilities and diversify your skills and experience. It’s all about translating information from a variety of sources into quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform and advise our clients. That will include building relationships with clients in a spectrum of industries and getting to know their unique needs and aspirations to provide tailored global services.

Skills and attributes for success

• Applying complex transfer pricing concepts and economic/financial knowledge to resolve client challenges
• Providing a fully integrated approach to transfer pricing by preparing documents, participating in advanced pricing agreements (APAs) and assisting in defending transfer pricing in audits
• Supplying innovative transfer pricing and economic ideas alongside responsive services and work products
• Modeling financial outcomes, valuing intangible assets and developing practical planning approaches
• Coordinating work with other client service colleagues globally to drive collaboration

To qualify for the role you must have

• Licensed attorney; or
• Licensed CPA in state of practice; or
• Master’s or PhD in economics, finance, business, math, quantitative analysis, data or business analytics, information systems, engineering, public administration, international studies, statistics, supply chain, or computer science; or
• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business, math, quantitative analysis, data or business analytics, information systems, engineering, public administration, international studies, statistics, supply chain, computer science AND one of the following certifications: Enrolled Agent (if not eligible to sit for the CPA or Bar), Chartered Financial Analyst from the CFA Institute, American Society of Appraisers Business Valuation Certification, Certified Management Accountant, or American Society of Appraisers (Accredited Senior Appraiser); or
• At minimum a bachelor’s degree in one of the fields outlined above and a plan to obtain one of the above designations within 12 months of joining the practice; and
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• The ability to work at a fast pace, often with shifting responsibilities; and
• A minimum of two years of related work experience in professional services or professional tax organization, with specific experience in transfer pricing; and
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A PhD in a relevant discipline
• A consistent record of excellence in a professional services environment
• Existing transfer pricing experience

What we look for

We’re interested in international tax professionals with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear and easily understood recommendations. You’ll also need to be confident in coaching and reviewing your colleagues, as well as sharing your knowledge and experience to allow continuous growth within our teams. If you’re looking to advance your leadership and technical skills in a truly global environment, this role is for you.

Constantly changing regulatory environments have led to rapid growth in the area of transfer pricing. EY is a leader in synthesizing global developments and advising our clients. You’ll see that reflected in your career since you’ll be working with prestigious global clients at the leading front of economic analysis. Whether you’ve built your skills in another global organization, you’re approaching this from an industry perspective, or you’ve recently completed a BA, master’s or PhD and are interested in applying your analytical skills, you could really shine here.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll be heavily involved at all stages of the project lifecycle, making this a high-profile opportunity to take on a wide range of responsibilities and diversify your skills and experience. It’s all about translating information from a variety of sources into quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform and advise our clients. That will include building relationships with clients in a spectrum of industries and getting to know their unique needs and aspirations to provide tailored global services.

Skills and attributes for success

• Applying complex transfer pricing concepts and economic/financial knowledge to resolve client challenges
• Providing a fully integrated approach to transfer pricing by preparing documents, participating in advanced pricing agreements (APAs) and assisting in defending transfer pricing in audits
• Supplying innovative transfer pricing and economic ideas alongside responsive services and work products
• Modeling financial outcomes, valuing intangible assets and developing practical planning approaches
• Coordinating work with other client service colleagues globally to drive collaboration

To qualify for the role you must have

• Licensed attorney; or
• Licensed CPA in state of practice; or
• Master’s or PhD in economics, finance, business, math, quantitative analysis, data or business analytics, information systems, engineering, public administration, international studies, statistics, supply chain, or computer science; or
• Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business, math, quantitative analysis, data or business analytics, information systems, engineering, public administration, international studies, statistics, supply chain, computer science AND one of the following certifications: Enrolled Agent (if not eligible to sit for the CPA or Bar), Chartered Financial Analyst from the CFA Institute, American Society of Appraisers Business Valuation Certification, Certified Management Accountant, or American Society of Appraisers (Accredited Senior Appraiser); or
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• The ability to work at a fast pace, often with shifting responsibilities; and
• A minimum of two years of related work experience in professional services or professional tax organization, with specific experience in transfer pricing; and
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A PhD in a relevant discipline
• A consistent record of excellence in a professional services environment
• Existing transfer pricing experience

What we look for

We’re interested in international tax professionals with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear and easily understood recommendations. You’ll also need to be confident in coaching and reviewing your colleagues, as well as sharing your knowledge and experience to allow continuous growth within our teams. If you’re looking to advance your leadership and technical skills in a truly global environment, this role is for you.

Handling tax in such a large, sophisticated organization takes more than just a technical understanding of current tax practices. As a State Income Tax Manager, we'll look to you to apply your knowledge to a wide range of tax areas and processes, devising strategic outcomes to some very complex issues. In return, you can expect the support of some of the most engaging colleagues around, as well as plenty of opportunities to progress your career.

The State Income Tax Manager will provide a variety of tax consulting, planning, and compliance services to a diverse range of clients operating in various sectors. Our Tax practice is constantly evolving, and it's here you'll find everything you need to grow as we do. It's all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs.

Your key responsibilities

The State Income Tax Manager will oversee state-level tax projects, including compliance and related research. You will also be responsible for leading and directing a team in managing state tax compliance and advisory services for clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Managing and executing state income tax compliance responsibilities.
• Monitoring and analyzing changes in state income tax laws and regulations and determine impact to the client.
• Providing complex tax review, research, planning and consulting services to diverse clients, including federal and state tax regulations.
• Leading or assisting with various tax planning, research, and special projects.
• Preparing and reviewing quarterly and annual state income tax provisions.
• Modeling various state income tax benefits and consequences using Microsoft Excel, PowerBI or Alteryx.
• Writing tax technical memos to succinctly articulate issues, conclusions, and the analysis with respect to various state tax issues.
• Developing and working with staff and seniors to create a team environment.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline and approximately six years of related work experience.

• High level of proficiency in state income tax code, regulations, and procedures
• A proven record of excellence in a professional services or tax organization
• Technical writing and research experience in a tax context
• The ability to analyze client data, technical guidance, and make recommendations to engagement teams.
• The ability to prioritize when working on multiple complex projects.
• Strong influencing skills, and the confidence to question existing processes.
• Willingness to travel as needed and working in a balanced hybrid environment.

Ideally, you'll also have

• An achieved or partially achieved CPA qualification, certification as a member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation or possess the ability to sit for or be a member of a state bar

Our Sales and Use Tax Lookback Review COE is a national team which leads large multi-state, sales and use tax recovery projects for EY’s largest clients. It’s here you’ll find everything you need to continue to develop as a multi-state, sales and use tax practitioner. It’s all about taking on new skills and responsibilities as they arise and making the most of our dedicated mentors and training programs.

Your key responsibilities

It’s fair to say there’s no average day for a Sales and Use Tax Manager in the Sales and Use Tax Lookback Review COE so you’re likely to spend your time on a diverse array of projects, responsibilities and tasks. Whatever you’re working on, our clients will turn to you for up-to-the-minute tax advice they can always rely on. To make that happen, you’ll be working in a highly collaborative culture, where listening to and sharing information with colleagues is an essential part of the role.

Skills and attributes for success

• Researching our clients’ business operations and building long-lasting relationships with them
• Identifying applicable sales and use tax exemptions and exclusions
• Identifying potential overpayment opportunities or risks and communicating these to our clients
• Monitoring current tax law changes, to maintain your credibility as a trusted advisor
• Developing clear, intelligent plans and approaches for sales and use tax recoveries
• Preparing and defending sales and use tax refund claims
• Participating on a motivated team of professionals

• Managing a motivated team of professionals, guaranteeing they have the skills, knowledge and opportunities to reach their full potential

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline
• Professional knowledge in a broad range of sales and use tax processes, concepts and tools
• Experience managing budgets, people and projects
• A proven record of excellence in a professional services or tax organization
• Technical writing and research experience in a tax context
• The ability to prioritize when working on multiple complex projects
• Strong influencing skills, and the confidence to question existing processes
• Willingness to travel as needed, and working in a balanced hybrid environment

You’ll also have

• An achieved CPA qualification, certification as a member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, CMI designation, or be a member of a state bar

What we look for

We’re interested in people with initiative who are not afraid to speak up, with a genuine desire to make things better across the business. You’ll need strong software skills and the ability to handle complex data from multiple sources. If you’re ready to further build on your reputation as a professional advisor, this role is for you.

As a Manager in our Global Trade practice, you will use your experience and technical knowledge to bring value to clients and manage risks related to global trade matters.. The role will require proactive development of new client relationships with those executives responsible for the management of global trade functional areas within their companies. You will work with our global trade colleagues in other countries and regions to deliver advice that meets client needs.

Your key responsibilities

You’ll spend much of your time presenting the full suite of EY global trade services to prospective clients; developing new client relationships and advising current clients on global trade advisory needs. You’ll also be r responsible to develop and execute strategies to manage duty costs by utilizing free-trade agreements, special programs, and transactional structuring; while proactively managing the risks of global trade, improving international trade compliance and increasing the operational effectiveness of supply chains.

Skills and attributes for success

• Staying current on global trade developments and work to develop new and innovative service offerings that can deliver value to our clients
• The ability to proactively engage clients to describe and market our value-added global trade services and deliver high-quality project deliverables
• Successful project management experience with excellent organizational skills, strong motivation, and a positive attitude; delivering a quality work product each and every time
• Supervising a motivated team of professionals; supporting them in the development of the skills, knowledge and opportunities to reach their full potential

To qualify for the role you must have

• JD, CPA or a U.S. Customs broker license
• Approximately 7 or more years of related work experience in industry, a professional services firm, a Fortune 500 company or a major importer or exporter
• Deep technical knowledge of global customs, import and export topics; such as valuation, classification, country of origin, free-trade agreements, export controls, licensing, trade sanctions, etc.
• Travel is likely to be required; percentage will depend on location, skill set and individual projects

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience in professional services together with the ability to listen to a client’s needs and develop a value proposition to expand new business
• Experience with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Foreign Assets Control, or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
• Foreign language capabilities encouraged

What we look for

We’re interested in people that will lead client projects and appropriately delegate tasks to a qualified support team. You’ll have the ability to manage multiple client projects and delegate work appropriately to team members across our national and global practice. If you’re ready to further build on your reputation as a professional advisor in the global trade space, this role is for you.