at Marcum LLP in Deerfield, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Marcum LLP offers a great career with exceptional benefits.
There's a lot to think about when it comes to launching your career. At Marcum, we offer you a world of opportunity, a highly competitive salary, exceptional benefits, flexible work options, and industry-leading technology, all within an environment that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.
At Marcum, eligible associates receive a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and transit benefits, as well as paid time off, a 401(k) plan with an employer contribution, and a profit sharing plan.
Marcum LLP is currently looking for a Tax Transformation Lead to join our Tax Transformation group within the internal Marcum IT department. In this role you will work closely with Tax business leaders and subject matter experts to identify, define and deliver technology products/solutions that deliver the highest business impact and growth for our firm. The successful candidate will enhance our processes, drive standardization, and lead change management efforts.This role requires innovative professional with a deep understanding of tax processes and technology. Your ability to effectively manage projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and stay updated with technological advancements will be key to your success as a Tax Transformation Lead.To be considered, candidates should have 7+ years of combined experience in tax technology and tax compliance within a multinational organization or professional service firm, and at least 3 years in a tax compliance role preferred.The Tax Transformation Lead role requires experience working with cross-functional and external teams to identify and enhance processes and implement innovative solutions utilizing technologies such as the Microsoft technology stack, AI/RPA tools, Alteryx, AA, ETL, and/or APIs. Knowledge of tax and accounting-specific software such as the CS Professional Suite/GoSystem Tax RS/GoFileRoom, CCH ProSystem fx/Axcess, or similar is required.Requirements:
7+ years of combined experience in tax technology and tax compliance, within a multinational organization or public accounting firm; at least 3 years in a tax compliance role is preferred
Understanding of end-to-end tax compliance engagement life cycle
Proven track record in prioritizing and managing multiple complex projects and solutions simultaneously
Proven success independently leading a team to gather and document business requirements, test and implement solutions
Experience developing business cases for technology investments, include build vs buy analysis, scope anticipated benefits, return on investment (ROI), and resource needs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify business needs, evaluate options, and recommend effective solutions
Effective professional level communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at different levels
Knowledge of emerging tax technology trends and industry best practices
Proficient with a workflow design software, such as Visio
Extensive knowledge of tax and accounting-specific software such as the CS Professional Suite/GoSystem Tax RS/GoFileRoom, CCH ProSystem fx/Axcess, or similar
Bachelor's degree in in Accounting, Business Management, Computer Science, or equivalentPreferred Requirements:
Experience with the Agile development process
Broad exposure implementing solutions for different business lines within tax, i.e. individual, partnership, corporate, etc.
Proficiency in work item management systems such as Smartsheet, Azure DevOps and Jira
Experience working with business intelligence teams to design dashboards utilizing tool such PowerBI or Tableau and, practical experience using API-based workflow automation platforms, such as Microsoft PowerAutomate
CPA license (active or inactive)Job Responsibilities:
Lead cross-functional teams to assess current tax processes, identify improvement opportunities, and implement best practices for tax compliance and consulting services
Lead and manage tax transformation projects, including software implementations, process automation and reengineering, and system enhancements from conceptualization, to planning, design, build and implementation
Facilitate and lead discovery workshops; Manage teams to: document current and future state, gather and document business requirements and ensure all stakeholders (business and technical) have a clear and common understanding... For full info follow application link.
Marcum LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Marcum LLP does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.
