Tax Accountant at PDT Partners

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Hedge Fund, Investment Management, FinanceIndustries

Requirements

  • 4-8+ years of tax accounting experience (hedge fund experience not required)
  • CPA or EA preferred
  • Highly-proficient in Excel, and familiarity with other database applications
  • Strong organizational and execution skills
  • Analytically-inclined and keenly interested in problem-solving
  • Process and improvement-oriented
  • Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
  • Ability to work hybrid from New York City office at minimum 3 days a week

Responsibilities

  • Partner tax compliance, including preparation of tax returns for federal, state and local jurisdictions and filing of estimated payments during the year
  • Associated entity compliance, including preparation of trust, LLC, partnership, and tax-exempt entity tax returns for federal, state and local jurisdictions
  • Tax, estate, and cash flow planning and ad hoc advice for partners, employees, and internal investors
  • Preparation of closely-held entity financial statements and booking of monthly transactions
  • Assistance with the production of partner-specific financial statements and cash flow schedules to assist with associated planning
  • Involvement in tax planning and research at the management company level (e.g., sales and use tax, Federal and state audits, state apportionment and nexus thresholds, and R&D credit analyses)
  • Review of the Automatic Exchange of Information (“AEOI”) annual filings for all applicable jurisdictions
  • Stay current and provide updates on the changing tax rules in the US and applicable foreign jurisdictions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Tax ComplianceTax Return PreparationFederal TaxState TaxLocal TaxEstimated Tax PaymentsPartnership ReturnsLLC ReturnsTrust ReturnsTax-Exempt EntitiesEstate PlanningCash Flow PlanningFinancial StatementsAccountingTax PlanningTax Research

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Tax Accountant position?

The salary range for this role is between $140,000 and $200,000.

Is this a remote position, or do I need to come into the office?

This is a hybrid position requiring work from the New York City office at minimum 3 days a week.

What skills and experience are required for this Tax Accountant role?

Candidates need 4-8+ years of tax accounting experience, CPA or EA preferred, high proficiency in Excel, familiarity with QuickBooks or similar, strong organizational skills, analytical problem-solving, and process improvement orientation.

What is the company culture like at PDT Partners?

PDT Partners has a close-knit, down-to-earth, and diverse community of intellectually extraordinary people, with a very high employee-retention rate and a 30+ year track record of excellence.

What makes a strong candidate for this Tax Accountant position?

Strong candidates have 4-8+ years of tax accounting experience, are analytically-inclined with strong organizational skills, proficient in Excel and QuickBooks, and even if not a perfect match, PDT encourages applications as they are committed to developing people.

PDT Partners

Quantitative asset management and algorithmic trading

About PDT Partners

PDT Partners focuses on quantitative asset management by developing models that identify inefficiencies in financial markets and predict market movements. The firm uses sophisticated trading algorithms that analyze large amounts of market data to find patterns and execute trades accurately. Unlike many competitors, PDT Partners has a long history in algorithmic trading, having been a pioneer in the field since the 1990s. The company serves institutional clients, such as hedge funds and pension funds, helping them optimize their investment strategies through data-driven insights. PDT Partners aims to foster a collaborative environment where its team can continuously explore and innovate, ensuring that all ideas are carefully validated before implementation.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Full medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
Wellness perks and programs
Generous time off and unlimited sick leave
Match charitable giving
Subsidize fitness and exercise
Emergency back-up child and elder care
401k matching and pre-tax benefits

Risks

Emerging quantitative firms using AI may erode PDT's market share.
Intensifying regulatory scrutiny could lead to stricter compliance requirements for PDT.
Technological advancements necessitate costly upgrades to maintain PDT's competitive edge.

Differentiation

PDT Partners excels in quantitative investing with a focus on market inefficiencies.
The firm leverages cutting-edge technology and scientific research for algorithmic trading.
PDT Partners fosters a collaborative culture, encouraging innovation and intellectual curiosity.

Upsides

Rising ESG investing trends offer opportunities for specialized algorithm development by PDT.
Alternative data sources enhance PDT's market prediction capabilities.
Machine learning adoption allows PDT to integrate sophisticated pattern recognition into models.

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