Tax Specialist

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is looking for a Tax Specialist to join our growing Tax team! As a Tax Specialist, you will work on US tax compliance for partnerships, including tax estimates and distributions, indirect taxes, tax research, and various planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of tax return workpapers, M-1s, and allocations

• Review partnership tax returns and K-1s prepared by our service providers

• Maintain and review partnership allocations, 743/734 adjustments, and maintain partnership tax capital accounts

• Own reporting and withholding on non-US partners and shareholders (Form 8804, Form 1042)

• Manage other tax reporting obligations and filings like FBAR and Form 1099

• Assist in calculating quarterly tax estimates and partner distributions

• Provide support for indirect tax compliance, including sales and use tax, VAT, GST

• Research and analyze complex tax issues and communicate findings clearly to internal stakeholders

• Collaborate with finance, legal, and payroll teams on various workstreams and special projects

• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting partnerships

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Taxation or CPA preferred)

• 4+ years of relevant tax experience, with a strong focus on partnership taxation

• Public accounting and/or finance/trading industry experience preferred

• Proficient in preparing partnership allocations, tax adjustments, and workpapers

• Ability to perform a detailed review of Form 1065 and Schedules K-1 and K-3

• Ability to act as a self-starter and take initiative; strong project management skills with a proactive approach and exceptional organizational abilities with attention to details.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

• Impeccable ethics, integrity, and discretion when working with confidential information

• Ability to work both independently and within a team to identify and resolve issues

• Experience working with operating partnerships, management companies, international entities preferred

• Familiarity with indirect tax compliance and planning strategies preferred

• Strong research and writing skills, including comfort with tax code, regulations, and authoritative guidance preferred

• Experience with Workday as an accounting system preferred

• Familiarity with partnership basis tracking and Section 704(b)/704(c) concepts preferred

The estimated base salary range for this position is 120,000 to 160,000 USD per year (or local equivalent). The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

Culture

Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.

At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.

Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.

Please be advised: Use of AI tools during interviews or assessments is strictly prohibited, unless otherwise instructed or agreed upon. We employ various methods to evaluate the authenticity of candidate responses. If we determine that AI assistance was used during any stage of the hiring process, we reserve the right to immediately disqualify your candidacy or rescind any job offers extended.