Manager - Tax Research Services

The Manager, Tax Research (“Manager”) will play an instrumental role in the development of the Tax Research section of the National Tax Practice. The Manager will create, implement and maintain the tax research database, and work with internal and external customers regarding customer service issues. The Manager will plan, coordinate, and perform multistate sales and use tax research under the direction of Transaction Tax Engagement Principals. The Manager will make taxability determinations and formulate opinions regarding tax ramifications to complex transactions. The Manager is also responsible for ensuring that Tax Research goals align with Firm goals, and for reviewing tax research work product developed by National Tax associates in India. Why Ryan? Hybrid and remote work options Award-winning culture Generous personal time off (PTO) benefits 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents (adoption included) Monthly gym membership reimbursement OR gym equipment reimbursement Benefits eligibility effective day one 401K with employer match Tuition reimbursement after one year of service Fertility assistance program Four-week company-paid sabbatical eligibility after five years of service Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results People Manages tax research staff. Reviews and approves tax research performed by others. Client Manages tax research matrix work for client service practice. Maintains effective and efficient communication with state and local tax agencies, SMEs, and other stakeholders through written and verbal channels. Interacts with the database client base, including internal (Ryan) and external users and handles customer service issues. Value Assists with the design and initial development of the tax research database. Implements, maintains, and markets the tax research database once established. Researches and analyzes multistate sales and use tax categories. Analyzes industry-specific tax requirements and exemptions. Plans and develops comprehensive tax documentation and methods using advanced technology. Researches multistate taxability through various sources, including legal online databases and the Internet. Analyzes and documents current, multistate tax laws and law changes. Makes taxability determinations and formulates opinions regarding tax ramifications to complex transactions. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience: Master of Tax or Juris Doctor degree in related field required with at least seven to eight years prior experience in a progressively complex tax accounting and research environment. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Advanced knowledge of Internet and research software is required. The individual will also need a strong working knowledge of tax research tools such as CCH and Lexis/Nexis. Certificates and Licenses: Valid driver’s license required. Admission to a State Bar or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred. Supervisory Responsibilities: The individual is required to perform moderate supervisory responsibilities, which may include training employees, assigning work, verifying work accuracy and completeness, and preparing goals and evaluations. Work Environment: Standard indoor working environment. Occasional long periods of sitting while working at computer. Position requires regular interaction with employees both in person and via e-mail and telephone. Independent travel requirement: potential for 20% or more. Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran Ryan offers outstanding opportunities to work in a dynamic, rapidly expanding tax services firm serving the world’s most respected Global 5000 companies. Our innovative work environment, accelerated growth path for high performers, competitive benefits package, and outstanding earning potential provide the most rewarding career experience available in the industry. Ryan employees are given the freedom to do their best work in the way they work best. With a clear understanding of expectations and accountabilities, our employees are given ownership of their time and flexibility to meet the demands of their professional and personal lives. Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with Ryan LLC (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status). Job duties related to this role are to be conducted in a manner that adheres to privacy laws, as well as follows internal governance related to protecting confidential information and trade secrets, and to securing data and company records. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Accommodation Ryan, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting employment discrimination. It is our policy to take all employment actions and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sex (including pregnancy), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, disability, military status, status as a disabled or other protected veteran or any other protected status under applicable law. It is Ryan's policy to make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact our People Group at 972.934.0022 or peoplegroup@ryan.com if you are interested in applying and need assistance to submit your application, or if you are interested in a position and believe you may require a reasonable commodation in order for you to perform its essential functions. Click here to view the entire EEO poster and supplement. *Notice to Canada Candidates – In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Ryan ULC will provide accommodation, accessible formats and communication supports for the interview upon request. Ryan welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities*. Ryan recognizes and is committed to compliance with the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) promulgated by the European Union (EU). Please access our Privacy Notice in relation to this at the following link. Please access our Personal Data Protection Policy at the following link.