Income Tax Senior Manager

About Us

Burkland’s core purpose is to Accelerate Dreams. So often, turning dreams into reality helps change the world. We thrive at the forefront of this transformation. Startups desire our professionals — they are the best in the business. Startups seek our content — we are an industry thought leader. Startups trust our expertise so that founders can focus on their companies, products, and value-add. As a part of our demonstrated value, our clients raised over $3B just last year.

At Burkland, we lead with our Core Purpose. We do this for both our clients and our employees. We believe that leaning on our Core Values (Fresh Perspectives, Exponential Value, Empathy, Trusted Partner) will lead to happy clients and happy employees.

We are a remote-first company with over 180 incredible team members, over 800 clients, and a commitment to Accelerating Dreams.

The Role

The Income Tax Senior Manager will provide strategic tax planning and consulting services to clients in various industries from SaaS, Fintech, Consumer, and more. You will work with other tax specialists and cross-departmental teams within Burkland,  to consult clients and identify tax risks and opportunities, develop tax strategies, and ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. This role is great for anyone wanting flexibility, autonomy, and variety.

Your Typical, Atypical, Day

• Developing and implementing strategic tax plans to minimize liability and maximize compliance for a variety of clients.

• Oversee the preparation and review of federal (including international informational forms) , state, and local income tax returns for clients.

• Stay current with legislation and regulations affecting clients and adapt strategies accordingly.

• Provide leadership and direction to the tax team, ensuring high levels of technical competence and service delivery.

• Collaborate with other departments, including accounting and finance, to integrate tax planning with business operations.

• Offer expert advice on tax implications of business investments and transactions.

• Manage relationships with external tax consultants and regulatory bodies.

• Prepare tax forecasts and budgets, and report on periodic variances.

• Lead client consultations and meetings, providing guidance and building strong professional relationships.

About You

• Must be an active CPA or Enrolled agent.

• 6 - 8 years of income tax experience in a public accounting firm is required.

• Experience in Tax Preparation and Review of Corporate Tax Returns including Forms 926, 1118, 5471, 5472, 8858, 8990, 8991, 8992, and 8993.

• Experience with tax automation and/or software such as Alteryx is a plus

• Strong knowledge of corporate income tax compliance and ASC 740 accounting.

• BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Tax, and/or Finance.

• Knowledge of UltraTax is a plus.

• Must have the ability to work remotely and independently.

• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership and personnel management skills.

• Strong project management and analytical skills.

• Experience in a start-up environment is a plus!

What We Offer

• Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.

• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance to support you when you need it the most.

• Flexible PTO - Take time off from work when you need it.

• 401k with a company match to ensure you are ready for retirement.

• A generous home office expense reimbursement so you have the office you need to be productive.

• Forget the commute! We're a remote-first workplace, so you can work from your home office or the beach if you’d like!

• We offer a collaborative, communicative culture, driven by our Core Purpose + Values. We work with incredibly smart people who love learning and sharing their knowledge. If this sounds like a team you'd like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you.

Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please visit our careers page https://burklandassociates.com/careers/.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The base pay range target for the role described in this job description is $150,000 - $175,000 + bonus. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors such as candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, total compensation, and market data. In addition, full-time regular positions are eligible for  401(k), health benefits, and other benefits; some of these benefits may be available for part-time.