Tax Manager

About Us Finnegan is more than just a law firm – we are a powerhouse of innovation and strategy growth. We pride ourselves on providing top-tier intellectual property services globally. Our success is rooted in our emphasis on relationships with our clients and each other. We care about every individual, and it is why many professionals have spent their entire careers at Finnegan. Role Overview The Tax Manager supports the Controller with domestic and international tax compliance and planning related to matters affecting the firm’s global operations. This position plays a key role in identifying and implementing tax planning opportunities, bringing elements of the firm’s domestic tax preparation in-house, serving as a liaison with the firm’s external tax consultants to maximize efficiencies, and having oversight and management of the firm’s expatriate program. This role reports to the Controller and will be based onsite/hybrid in the Washington, DC office. Responsibilities Domestic & Compliance Domestic Tax Preparation – Oversees the Senior Tax Accountant in the management of the annual process to solicit partner consents for state tax elections. Reviews quarterly composite and PTE estimates and ensure payments are made timely. Serves as a liaison with the firm’s external tax preparer(s) to maximize efficiencies while cutting costs. Serves as a general resource internally to partners. Annual US Tax Return – Reviews all workpapers prepared by Senior Tax Accountant and serve as main point of contact for external preparers in reviewing and finalizing the annual Tax Return and all K-1 filings. Tax Planning - Undertakes review to determine that the firm is taking advantage of all possible opportunities to best position the firm and the partners for the most favorable tax treatment. Continues to monitor legislative changes and update management when needed proactively. State Nexus Compliance and Research - Keeps abreast of changes in state laws in which the firm has offices or potential exposure. Determines changes necessary for the firm’s internal systems to become fully compliant in those states. Performs research internally on additional states in which the firm may trigger nexus as the result of an employee move or addition of a client. Reports to management on the various tax impacts to the firm and its partners as a result of potential nexus in a new state. Sales & Use Tax – Reviews monthly and quarterly filings and informs the team of any changes to Sales & Use Tax laws and legislations and assists when needed under audit or for compliance. Fixed Assets & Depreciation / Personal Property Tax Returns – Assists with review of the firms fixed assets at least quarterly to ensure accurate depreciation and projections are entered. Assists with review of the firm’s annual personal property tax returns. M-1 Workpapers - Ensures understanding of the various types of meals, entertainment, charitable contributions, etc. that the firm has and applies the deductibility rules so that the firm’s annual disallowances are optimized. Proposes changes in internal procedures to better streamline compilation of data and accurate reporting. Performs IRS approved sampling to streamline year end work in this area while also minimizing audit risk and exposure. Assists with review of monthly/quarterly workpapers and suggests enhancements for handling. International Oversees and manages the firm’s expat program and acts as a liaison with tax and global mobility vendors and consultants. Works with firm management to develop and monitor expat policies and procedures and identifies ways to streamline the program while reducing costs. Coordinates  international office firm level entity tax filings in Japan, Taiwan, China, UK, Korea, Australia, Germany and Israel and other international locations where tax filings would be required. Reviews or prepares necessary data to report each office’s results and/or withholding and understanding of each country’s policy on revenue recognition. Keeps abreast of international tax law changes and impact to the foreign offices. Works with external preparers or reviews work internally as possible to implement such changes. Undertakes review to determine that the firm is taking advantage of all possible opportunities to reduce foreign taxes to the maximum extent under current law. Reviews routine VAT filings prepared by Senior Tax Accountant. Reviews firm policy with respect to payments made to international vendors and compliance with applicable IRS withholding requirements (W-8BEN forms). Assists with multicurrency issues. Acts as an internal resource for ad-hoc international tax issues that arise, either researched internally or as a liaison with external consultants. Condenses information for reporting to management. Other Develops and monitors annual budget for expat programs, professional tax advisor and preparation, expat residence and tax expenses, personal property and tax expense budget. Analyzes budget variances monthly.   Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA required. A minimum of 5 years of industry experience required. Experience with partnership taxation required. Experience in working with professional service firms utilizing cash/tax basis method of accounting preferred. Knowledge of accrual basis of accounting utilized for international tax and compliance purposes. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel and knowledge of Power BI. Basic understanding of US Tax equalization and hypo tax calculation. Superior analytical and problem-solving skills to address business issues, formulate options and explain strategies for effective resolution.   If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for promoting success, we would love to hear from you. The base annual pay range for this role is between $145,000-170,000. The hiring base pay to be offered will vary and depend on skills and qualifications, experience, location and will also take into account internal equity. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits dependent on the position will also be offered. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:  Finnegan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, as defined by applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. For candidates needing reasonable accommodations or assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at 202.216.5400.   Our privacy policy for applicants can be found here.   #LI-DI1