About this role
Team Overview
The U.S. Product Tax team is responsible for the oversight of tax-related services, issues and compliance for products offered by BlackRock including: mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, business development companies (BDCs), institutional collective trust funds, and private wealth separately managed accounts offered in the U.S. by BlackRock. The U.S. Product tax team also provides U.S. income tax related support to non-U.S. BlackRock registered funds.
We are seeking an experienced tax professional with a background in the taxation of Regulated Investment Companies (RICs). The position has responsibility for all tax matters for assigned funds and related financial products, including; a) oversight of RIC tax qualification considerations, including distribution, asset diversification and gross income requirements, b) coordination and review of applicable tax returns and extensions, c) coordination and review of tax provisions and tax-related disclosure in financial statements, advise on the tax treatment of complex investments and restructurings, and e) supervision and management of outsourcing relationships with US and non-US service providers.
This role is open to hiring at the Associate or Vice President level.
Primary Responsibilities:
Manage financial statement audit process as it relates to preparation of annual report tax disclosure and review of investment company taxable income and net capital gain calculations
Advise on complex investments and investment restructurings, including suitability, due diligence, and documentation
Manage year-end distribution and shareholder tax reporting processes
Review asset diversification and gross income qualification tests
Review and assure timely filing of tax returns and extensions
Oversee tax services of external tax service providers. Regularly evaluate performance and recommend changes where necessary
Assist in designing, implementing, and continually improving procedures to facilitate pro-active identification and resolution of tax issues
Analyze and respond to tax notices
Qualifications:
4-8 years relevant tax experience working with RICs in a public accounting firm, law firm and/or industry
Master’s Degree in Taxation and/or CPA
Proficient in the taxation of RICs, financial instruments and investment strategies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and resolve tax issues
Excellent communication, teamwork and relationship-building skills
Working knowledge of Alteryx, Power BI and Excel Macros a plus
Must be able to work effectively in a demanding, fast-paced and complex environment, handling multiple tasks and projects concurrently and resolving issues that cut across the organization, while maintaining highest standards and attention to detail
Experience with BDCs and private market assets, including private credit and private equity, a plus
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
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