Manager | Washington National Tax Office | Process & Solutions Designer

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.

Members of WNTO have a deep understanding of tax issues 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. As the Process and Solutions Designer for Forvis Mazars Washington National Tax Office (WNTO), you will have the opportunity to collaborate with tax subject matter specialists to convert their insights and analysis into actionable plans and valuable resources.

If you can demonstrate an uncommon commitment to excellence, enjoy collaborative problem-solving, and possess a practical ability to apply relevant tax authority to real-world situations to create actionable plans and innovative solutions then this is the position for you!

How you will contribute:

• Designing the WNTO architecture and delivery model for converting tax technical analysis into actionable plans and resources. Resources will include presentations, models, tools, and templates using technology on platforms that can be integrated into the broader firm and client base.

• Evaluating client expectations, objectives, and technical constraints to create customized innovative solutions for specific tax issues.

• Identifying opportunities for new service offerings or innovation of existing services to provide an unmatched client experience.

• 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 WNTO and Tax Specialty team.

• Growing the Forvis Mazars brand as a thought leader in tax through the design and deployment of relevant value-added service offerings and technology in a way that provides an unmatched client experience.

We are looking for people who have Forward Vision and:

• Strong critical thinking and reasoning skills.

• An aptitude for identifying, developing, and deploying sound strategies and solutions to complex challenges, particularly through the use of technology.

• An innovative mindset.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to adapt, be responsive, and provide an unmatched client experience.

• Love of 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

• 5+ years or more of tax experiencewith a large accounting firm, law firm, or relevant tax policy-making entity

• 2 or more years of experience working as an innovation business analyst or similar role

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA license and/or J.D. / L.L.M

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