Senior Tax Manager

Sr. Tax Manager

Job Description

In order to meet the growing needs of our clients and our continued growth, our firm is looking for a Senior Tax Manager. The ideal candidates will be individuals highly focused on their careers with an ambition to grow and make a difference in the firm they join for years to come. Individuals with partner-track minds are encouraged, but not a requirement. Please read below for more precise detail of the position’s responsibilities and requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Review tax returns prepared by staff and make recommendations on return preparation regarding accuracy, tax savings opportunities and compliance with tax law.
• Ensure accurate, timely filing of federal, state and local income tax returns and other business-related filings.
• Manage managers, supervisors, seniors and junior staff.
• Manage client book and guide them as a trusted advisor.
• Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures.
• Develop and implement strategic tax planning for federal and state taxes.
• Research and consult on complex tax matters.
• Develops and maintains expertise in the taxation area, responsible to keep staff in the firm informed of changes and developments.
• Identify and implement tax planning, tax saving strategies and consulting opportunities.
• Research the implications of tax laws to discuss with Partners and advise clients on tax-related issues.
• Supervise, train, and mentor associates and junior associates on client engagements and technical issues.
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and imagination in approaching work.
• Participation and organization of in-house training and development programs. 
• Assistance in developing and maintaining effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.  

Qualifications and Requirements:

• 10+ years of continuous experience in public accounting 
• Extensive experience with corporate/partnership/trust tax and high-net-worth individuals 
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills
• Strong knowledge of tax code, compliance and procedures for corporations
• Familiarity with U.S. federal, state and local reporting requirements
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment 
• Should value teamwork, client service, and quality in detailed work 
• Prior supervisory and client planning experience 
• Bachelor’s in Accounting and Master’s degree in Taxation
• CPA required
• A plus if you are proficient with ProSystems fx tax, Engagement, QuickBooks, Excel, and/or RIA Checkpoint.
• A plus if you have client planning experience.
• A plus if you know Spanish and/or other languages.

Competitive compensation package and salary commensurate with experience.