Washington National Tax Office Leader | Pass-Through Entities

Requisition Number2233855 Description & Requirements

Forvis Mazars Washington National Tax Office (WNTO) exists to unlock the full potential of the Forvis Mazars tax practice and the clients they serve.

We do this through thoughtful collaboration and an uncommon commitment to technical excellence, which allows us to provide unique insights on tax issues, develop innovative forward-thinking solutions to address complex tax needs, and build intentional relationships within the tax community.

As a member of the Forvis Mazars Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), you will have the opportunity to be a national thought leader.

Members of WNTO have a deep understanding of their tax focus areas and proactively follow evolving legislation, guidance, and case law.

Working in collaboration with other members of the WNTO, and the broader Forvis Mazars team, they use this understanding to translate complex tax issues into meaningful communications, develop value-added service offering models, provide innovative insights, support strategic tax planning for key Forvis Mazars clients, and build the Forvis Mazars brand as a thought leader through educational presentations and networking.

Forvis Mazars WNTO is currently seeking an individual with deep knowledge and demonstrated experience in international taxation.

If you can demonstrate an uncommon commitment to tax technical excellence, possess a practical ability to apply relevant tax authority to real-world situations, enjoy collaborative problem-solving, and have a passion for serving others through education and relationship building, then this is the position for you!

How you will contribute :

• Providing insights and analysis on evolving legislation, guidance, and case law to the Forvis Mazars team and their clients.
• Building the Forvis Mazars network of key relationships within the tax community.
• Providing existing channels with relevant information they can communicate to legislators and those tasked with governance to be adequately informed regarding tax policy issues and the practical considerations of implementation that impact Forvis Mazars and our clients.
• Identifying opportunities for new service offerings or innovation of existing services.
• Developing and deploying service model platforms, strategies, and solutions based on judicial or legislative developments.
• Driving creation and spin-up of new national tax service lines in collaboration with the rest of the Tax Specialty team.
• Growing the Forvis Mazars brand as a thought leader in tax through publishing, presenting, and other market-facing opportunities.
• Supporting Forvis Mazars tax professionals as an active member of the tax strategy team on certain proposals and key clients.
• Completing engagements for complex, high-value specialty work.

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and :

• Strong critical thinking and reasoning skills.
• Extensive experience in tax research, compliance, and consulting in the international tax environment.
• Uncommon ability to efficiently read, digest, and insightfully apply complex and evolving tax authority to real-world facts and circumstances.
• An aptitude for identifying, developing, and deploying sound tax strategies and solutions to complex challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to adapt, be responsive, and provide an unmatched client experience.
• Continuous learning and a commitment to excellence.
• Passion for serving and developing others.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Taxation or Juris Doctor
• 10 years or more of tax experiencewith a large accounting firm, law firm, or relevant tax policy-making entity

Preferred Qualifications :

• CPA license and / or J.D. / L.L.M
• Published author and presenter on taxation of flow-through entities
• 4 or more years of tax experience focused on taxation of flow-through entities

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With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, Forvis Mazars is committed to providing a different perspective and an unmatched client experience that feels right, personal and natural.

We respect and reflect the range of perspectives, knowledge and local understanding of our people and clients. We take the time to listen to deliver consistent audit and assurance, tax, advisory and consulting services worldwide.

We nurture a deep understanding of our clients’ industries, delivering greater insight, deeper specialization and tailored solutions through people who listen to understand, are responsive and consult with purpose to deliver value.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, the firm’s 7,000 dedicated team members provide an Unmatched Client Experience through the delivery of assurance, tax, and consulting services for clients in all 50 states and internationally through the global network.

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