Tax Partner

Overview

• Lead tax advisory and compliance services for government contractors under FAR, CAS, and federal procurement regulations.
• Provide strategic tax expertise for indirect rate structures, contract types, and compliance risks.
• Advise on M&A tax diligence, transaction structuring, and post-deal integration for GovCon clients.
• Navigate international tax matters for overseas contracting, foreign subsidiaries, and expatriate payroll.
• Mentor and lead a team of tax professionals, fostering growth and expertise.
• Drive business development and thought leadership within the GovCon tax practice.
• Collaborate with C-suite executives to deliver tailored tax solutions and strategies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Serve as primary tax advisor for government contractors, ensuring compliance and strategic planning.
• Lead federal and state income tax compliance for diverse entity structures.
• Advise on FAR cost principles, allowable expenses, and indirect rate impacts.
• Support clients during IRS examinations, DCAA audits, and state audit defenses.
• Provide expertise on R&D credits, funded research limitations, and GovCon-specific tax matters.
• Lead tax diligence and structuring for M&A transactions in the GovCon sector.
• Advise on international tax issues, including GILTI, Subpart F, and foreign tax credits.
• Expand the GovCon tax practice and mentor senior managers and staff.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA required, MST or JD/LLM preferred.
• 12–20+ years of progressive tax experience, with significant GovCon exposure.
• Demonstrated expertise in FAR, CAS, indirect rate structures, and audit environments.
• Proven ability to originate and grow client relationships in the GovCon sector.
• Strong leadership presence and communication skills to engage with C-suite executives.
• Experience in M&A tax diligence, structuring, and post-deal integration.
• Knowledge of international tax regulations for overseas contracting and foreign subsidiaries.
• Ability to mentor and lead a team, fostering professional growth and expertise.