Senior Tax Associate
Posted on 7/19/2023
INACTIVE
Point72

1,001-5,000 employees

Global asset management firm investing in diverse strategies.
Company Overview
Point72 Asset Management, under the leadership of Steven Cohen, is a global investment firm that values entrepreneurial thinking and continuous adaptation, fostering a culture where ideas are welcomed from all levels within the organization. The firm's competitive advantage lies in its commitment to superior risk-adjusted returns and high ethical standards, backed by over a quarter-century of investing experience. Point72's industry leadership is evident in its strategic use of data to shape decision-making and its dedication to developing its talent, positioning it as a promising workplace for those seeking to shape the future of finance.
Quantitative Finance
Venture Capital

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$645.2M

Founded

2014

Headquarters

Stamford, Connecticut

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

30%

2 year growth

66%
Locations
Stamford, CT, USA
Experience Level
Entry
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CategoriesNew
Finance & Banking
Accounting
Requirements
  • Assist the Private Equity and Venture Capital Tax group with all aspects of the tax compliance process, which includes both fund of fund and operating entities
  • Assist with tax due diligence and structuring review with respect to new transactions, primarily in the private equity and venture capital business lines
  • Prepare and/or review tax workpapers, with a focus on designing and implementing an automated process
  • Provide tax expertise and research to address day-to-day issues effectively and quickly for PE and VC funds and related management companies
  • Work with a team with a “roll up your sleeves and get the work done” mentality and bring a sense of urgency and attention to detail to requests and projects
  • Design and implement automated processes to aid in the preparation and review of tax workpapers, supporting schedules, and forms, primarily through the use of Point72's existing internal proprietary tax technology, but also through the build-out and/or integration of new systems
  • 4+ years of work experience in U.S. taxation, with a focus on partnerships
  • Experience with private equity, venture capital, and/or operating partnerships
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
  • Strong desire for automation and advancing technology
  • CPA license
  • Heavy tax compliance experience with a focus on partnerships
  • Strong technical grasp of partnership taxation
  • Experience with transactional due diligence and/or related consulting projects
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards
Responsibilities
  • Fully-paid health care benefits
  • Generous parental and family leave policies
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community
  • Mental and physical wellness programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • A 401(k) savings program with an employer match and more