Description

Job Summary:

Provides tax advice to appropriate representatives of DTE Energy and its subsidiaries, provides legal services on behalf of DTE Energy to include counseling the Tax organization on corporate tax planning and controversy matters (federal, state, local and property tax). Relies on knowledge of tax law and business perspective to derive solutions that meet company needs. Leads others in plans and execution and can lead teams or coordinate with other areas to provide tax advice.
Key Accountabilities
Analyzes tax problems, interprets tax laws and regulations
Knowledge of company structure, general departments and operations
Advanced knowledge of tax principles and procedures related to the subject matter of the attorney's area of practice and/or leadership management skills
Demonstrates ability to be creative in approaching legal/tax matters and controversy resolution
Established resource for the organization on complex tax issues
Work with businesses and other tax professionals to identify and assess the economic and financial implications of different transactions
Reviews tax and business aspects of financial models
Partner with tax planners and business groups in advising on tax issues
Work with tax operations group in assessing how transactions are reported and assuring compliance with all laws
Accepts increasingly complex or sensitive legal projects and sees that they are effectively resolved
Works with minimum supervision
Anticipate potential legal issues and identify solutions

Requirements

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited law school and is admitted to a state bar
Typically has 10+ years of professional experience in federal and state tax matters involving multiple legal entities and partnerships
Other Qualifications

Preferred:

Previous Big 4 or larger corporation experience
CPA
 

Other Requirements

Strong analytical and advisory skills, including the ability to review, evaluate and counsel business units on complex and routine tax questions relating to various taxation issues.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with business units and senior management, outside legal counsel and opposing party's counsel.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other tax professionals and staff.
Highly proficient computer skills and the ability to learn new information technology systems with ease.
Ability to take responsibility for multiple projects.
Understanding of basic financial reporting and GAAP principles.
Additional Information
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

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