Tax Associate, Business Incentives Group

About the Role

As a Tax Associate in BDO's Business Incentives Group (“BIG”), you will help companies and individuals identify and claim government incentives designed to promote innovation, economic growth, and job creation in the U.S. You will also focus on credits available for companies investing in sustainability and green initiatives. Clients are leaders in innovation across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, life sciences, healthcare, retail, consumer products, and natural resources. You will collaborate with BDO professionals and clients' innovation leaders in tax, accounting, finance, engineering, software, manufacturing, scientific, and medical departments. The role aims to develop BIG Associates into trusted advisors with strong technical, interpersonal, communication, project management, practice management, and business development skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively assists in the execution of multiple client engagements.
• Collaborates with other BIG professionals in all aspects of business, including innovation, strategy development, process improvement, and marketing.
• Establishes effective working relationships with BIG professionals, internal BDO employees, and external clients.
• Contributes to the development of your own technical acumen and BIG’s market prominence.
• Keeps up to date with local and national business and economic issues.
• Actively participates in business development activities to develop a professional network and identify/research opportunities for new and existing clients.
• Contributes to, supports, and enhances the culture of BIG, local offices, and BDO.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient use, with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and intermediate knowledge of Word.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required. A focus in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Communications, or Law is preferred.
• Experience: Leadership experience is preferred. An accounting-based internship is preferred.
• Skills & Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and leadership mentality.
• Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work independently within a team environment with a customer service focus.
• Superior organizational skills and project management skills, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong initiative and drive to lead while seeking opportunities to enhance and grow the BIG practice.