Deputy Team Lead

Greetings from Cohnreznick! We are currently looking for a Deputy Team Lead to join our Tax Department at our Guindy, Chennai office. As a Deputy Team Lead, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing US Federal Income tax returns for Partnerships, Corporations (Form 1065/1120), as well as US State income tax returns. In addition, you will review audit trial balances, prepare and review tax work papers, and conduct research on any tax issues to share knowledge with the team. It will be part of your role to develop the technical skills of team members by providing necessary training and support. You will need to demonstrate initiative, vision, resourcefulness, creativity, and independent thinking in your work. Identifying and resolving potential and/or existing problems with appropriate research and consulting with US offices if necessary will also be a key aspect of your responsibilities. Acting as a liaison between US offices and the India team, you will be managing multiple clients, projects, and offices simultaneously. The ideal candidate for this position should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or equivalent, along with a minimum of 4-6 years of relevant experience in US Taxation. Hands-on experience with US tax preparation software such as GoSystem, ProSystem, CCH Access, and MS Office is required. A good understanding of tax concepts and accounting principles, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment are essential. A proactive approach to problem-solving, the ability to identify, research, and communicate tax issues, as well as manage and prioritize multiple tasks are important skills for this role. Good work ethics and a willingness to travel overseas to cater to the business needs of the company are also necessary qualities. If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on this challenging role, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our dynamic team at Cohnreznick. Warm Regards, Uma Rajendran Uma.Rajendran.crps@CohnReznick.com,