Director - Private Equity Tax

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial services and healthcare organizations, from the world's largest companies to small and mid-market firms, rely on SS&C for expertise, scale, and technology.

Job Description

Job Title: Director, Tax

Get To Know Us:

SS&C is leading the way.  We continue to look for todays and tomorrow’s brightest talent, those that embody a spirit to improve not only their lives, but those around them. From college students to seasoned and experienced professionals, we encourage you to apply. SS&C prides itself on hiring diverse, honest, dynamic individuals, who value collaboration, accountability, and innovation to name a few. 

The Director for Private Equity Tax will lead and manage the tax compliance and advisory services for a portfolio of private equity funds and their underlying investments. This role requires extensive expertise in private equity taxation, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive strategic tax initiatives.

Why You Will Love It Here!

• Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model and Business Casual Dress Code, including jeans

• Your Future: 401k Matching Program, Professional Development Reimbursement

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays

• Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave

• Wide Ranging Perspectives: Committed to Celebrating the Variety of Backgrounds, Talents and Experiences of Our Employees 

• Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, including SS&C University

• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

What You Will Get To Do:

• Oversee and manage the preparation and review of federal, state, and international tax returns for private equity funds, including K-1s, partnership returns, and related filings.

• Provide strategic tax planning and advisory services to private equity clients, including structuring new investments, dispositions, and complex transactions to optimize tax efficiency.

• Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.

• Act as a primary point of contact for private equity clients, building strong relationships and understanding their evolving tax needs.

• Stay abreast of current and proposed tax legislation impacting the private equity industry, assessing potential implications and advising clients accordingly.

• Manage and coordinate tax audits and inquiries from various tax authorities.

• Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, operations, and fund administration, to ensure seamless service delivery and compliance.

• Develop and implement best practices for tax processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• Participate in business development activities, including client presentations and proposal development.

What You Will Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree and/or CPA preferred

• Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive experience in private equity tax, with a portion in a leadership or management role, preferably within a public accounting firm or a prominent private equity firm.

• Deep expertise in partnership tax, sub-chapter K, and international tax considerations for private equity funds.

• Proven track record of managing complex tax engagements and leading teams.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex tax concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.

• Proficiency with tax compliance software and research tools.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Thank you for your interest in SS&C! If applicable, to further explore this opportunity, please apply directly with us through our Careers page on our corporate website @ www.ssctech.com/careers.

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