Director, Taxation - ICMA-RC dba MissionSquare Retirement

Join a great place to work with MissionSquare Retirement, a FINANCIAL SERVICES LEADER in public sector employee retirement products and services. Headquartered in Washington, DC, MissionSquare Retirement was founded to provide portable retirement benefits for city and county managers, enabling accumulated retirement assets to be transferred between employers. Today, MissionSquare Retirement serves more than 1.5 million participant accounts, and more than 9,000 retirement plans across the country. We have an extraordinary talent base and invite you to consider joining MissionSquare Retirement's Finance Team.

The Director, Taxation is primarily responsible for the corporate tax compliance and reporting functions of the MissionSquare Retirement group of entities. The Tax Director participates daily in all corporate tax matters by providing technical analysis and research, along with recommendations and opinions, as appropriate. This position also contributes to business planning and product development initiatives, and partners with associates at senior staff and management levels on tax and regulatory compliance projects.

Essential Functions for this role include:

• Coordinate, manage and oversee all processes involving preparation, technical review and timely filing of federal, state, and local tax returns and regulatory reports.
• Plan and perform fact-finding research and analysis covering a broad range of federal, state, and local tax issues, along with other related business and investment fund reporting matters.
• Prepare reports and memoranda documenting analysis and technical support on matters relevant to federal, state, and local business tax compliance.
• Draft board reports, management memoranda and financial disclosures applicable to corporate business operations and investment activities.
• Perform and participate in tax and regulatory compliance research in support of corporate business initiatives and work processes.
• Coordinate with in-house corporate staff and outside firms and professional advisors, as appropriate.
• Direct and perform special project work or other duties, as assigned.

If you have the following skills, we encourage you to apply:

• BA/BS or equivalent experience.
• Certified Public Accountant. 
• 10+ years of experience as a corporate tax professional with exposure to governmental/regulatory reporting processes relevant to the financial services industry.

• Public accounting or law firm tax practice experience a plus.

• Strong experience and knowledge of tax laws and generally accepted accounting principles
• Highest level of commitment to quality and customer service
• Works well with others/team-player/possesses strong leadership and management skills
• Dependable/reliable/self-motivated
• Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical and collaborative skills
• Strong organizational, follow-up and time management skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

 To benefit your career and support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Competitive Total Rewards (compensation and benefits) package, including 401(k) Plan with matching contributions
• Varied incentive plans
• Flexible/Hybrid work schedules
• Wellness programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional and career development courses
• Mentoring programs
• Volunteerism program 

 As a company, MissionSquare Retirement is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create an environment that reflects the value and diversity of our employees and fosters respect among them. We believe that talent from diverse backgrounds will further enhance our ability, and mission, to serve those who serve their communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected classifications under any applicable law.