Deputy Manager US Taxation

Position:

Location:

Experience: 4 – 8 YearsWork Model: Hybrid – Minimum 4 days in office (Monday & Friday mandatory)Interview Mode: In-person (both rounds conducted on the same day)

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate on all aspects of US tax assignments, from planning to finalization
• Review and manage US tax returns and supporting workpapers in line with US tax law
• Ensure compliance for Partnerships (Form 1065)
• Supervise and mentor 1–2 team members
• Act as the first escalation point for technical queries from junior team members
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, manage expectations, and drive client satisfaction
• Provide technical oversight to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables
• Assess performance and contribute to the development of team members
• Assist senior leadership in delivery and engagement management
• Monitor risk and ensure compliance with internal quality standards
  

Mandatory Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in US/Global taxation
• Hands-on experience with:
• Form 1065 – Partnership tax compliance
• Funds-of-Funds, Hedge Funds, Private Equity, or Venture Capital taxation
• Investment management industry exposure
• Strong technical understanding of US tax regulations
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA / CA / Enrolled Agent certification is an advantage
• Experience working directly with international clients or counterparts
• Exposure to tax processes within financial services firms
• Proficiency in managing small teams and mentoring junior professionals
  

Candidate Expectations

• Demonstrated job stability and consistent employment history
• Willingness to comply with the work-from-office policy (4 days/week)
• Open to work in the defined shift window and flexible during high-volume periods
• Candidates should ideally come from:
• Big 4 accounting firms
• Mid-sized firms with strong US tax practices (e.g., BDO, RSM)
• Specialist consulting firms focused on US taxation