Tax Manager
Tax Manager
Lead tax compliance and planning for a client portfolio, including preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, fiduciary, and nonprofit returns. Requires a CPA or equivalent state certification preferred, 5+ years of progressive tax experience, Lacerte, and U.S. work authorization.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead tax compliance and planning for a portfolio of clients. The Tax Manager will oversee the preparation and review of individual, partnership, corporate, and fiduciary tax returns, provide technical tax research and planning, manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, and ensure timely, accurate filings while maintaining strong client relationships. Proficiency with tax software (including Lacerte) and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full tax compliance lifecycle for a diverse client portfolio, including individual, partnership, corporate, S-corporation, fiduciary, and nonprofit returns.
- Review, prepare, and sign off on federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulatory requirements and firm quality standards.
- Provide tax planning and technical research for clients, identifying opportunities to minimize tax liability and advising on tax implications of transactions.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of tax professionals: assign work, review deliverables, provide feedback, and support career development.
- Coordinate client communications and serve as the primary point of contact for technical tax matters, extensions, notices, and audits.
- Maintain and optimize tax software and processes, including configuration and troubleshooting of Lacerte; implement workflow improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Manage project timelines and seasonal workflows to meet deadlines; oversee staffing and resource allocation during busy periods.
- Collaborate with partners, audit teams, and other departments to ensure integrated client service and accurate financial reporting.
- Stay current on tax law changes, regulatory updates, and best practices; provide training and internal guidance to staff as needed.
Qualifications
- CPA license required or equivalent state certification preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting, with recent experience managing teams and client engagements (experience as a Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager preferred).
- Deep technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax rules for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts/estates.
- Proven experience preparing and reviewing tax returns and managing the entire tax return process.
- Hands-on experience with tax software, specifically Lacerte; familiarity with other tax platforms and tax research tools a plus.
- Strong leadership and people development skills, with demonstrated ability to mentor and grow staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and client-facing experience.
- Advanced Excel skills and comfort with practice management and document management systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, including peak-season workloads and time-sensitive deliverables.
Benefits
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
- Work from home opitions
- Flexible schedule
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Salary
$120000 - $160000 USD per year