Research & Development Tax ManagerDescriptionAt Moss Adams, we champion authenticity. For us, that means fostering a culture of talented people who care—about you, about our clients, and about our communities. Here, you’ll work towards our mission of empowering others to embrace opportunity, growing as a leader along the way. Our firm’s size, middle-market clients, customized career paths, and supportive culture make this a reality. Join a values-driven firm where you’ll have fun while solving complex and interesting business challenges.Introduction to the teamThe Tax Specialty Group at Moss Adams specializes in international, federal, and state and local tax services designed to help our clients reduce their tax liability, increase cash flow, and manage risk. The R&D Tax Credit team at Moss Adams assists a wide variety of companies to identify and quantify federal and state research tax credits. They perform R&D tax credit studies, interview clients and document eligible tax credit criteria, research and draft technical memoranda regarding R&D and tax issues, as well as assist with other projects as assigned.Individuals who thrive at Moss Adams exhibit the following success skills – Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Presence, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, and Results Focus.Responsibilities :
Assists in planning and running engagements
Schedules and conducts informational gathering interviews with clients
Obtains and organizes documentation obtained from the client
Assists in the identification and management of R&D Tax Credit engagements
Performs tax research
Drafts technical reports and correspondence
Assists with taxing authority audit defense
Mentors staff and seniors
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s degree required; emphasis in Accounting, Business, Construction Management or Engineering preferred
Advanced degree preferred (e.g. MST, JD, or LL.M)
CPA, JD, or LLM Taxation preferred
Minimum of 4 years of related experience in R&D tax credits or tax compliance
Experience training and supervising Staff and Seniors
Excellent client service skills - internal and external
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Strong research ability
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to handle multiple priorities, tasks and simultaneous projects
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
Willingness and ability to travel up to 20%
Here, you’ll be challenged and rewarded for leadership, technical excellence, and inspired perspectives. That’s why we offer opportunities to build your skills and explore your career in a supportive environment. At Moss Adams, where you take your career is up to you.Moss Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.Moss Adams complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@mossadams.com.Some local/state regulations require employers to disclose the pay range in job postings. While this is the typical range of pay for the position, actual pay may vary based on internal equity, knowledge, experience, skillset, and geographic location among other factors. It’s uncommon for an individual to be hired at the top end of the pay range. This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, visit our careers page.Compensation Range (Denver Market ONLY): California State - $111,000 -$199,000Primary Location Orange County, CAOther Locations Pasadena, CA, Woodland Hills, CA, El Segundo, CA, San Diego, CA, Houston, TXEmployee Status: RegularSchedule: Full TimeReq ID: 27582
