Tax Manager

Tax & Advisory ManagerPosition OverviewWe are seeking a Tax & Advisory Manager to lead tax compliance and advisory engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients. The role focuses on delivering technical tax services, proactive planning, and strategic advice while managing engagement teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and building strong client relationships to support practice growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage end-to-end tax compliance and advisory engagements for corporate, partnership and individual clients, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery.Oversee preparation, review and filing of federal, state and local tax returns and related schedules, including extensions and estimated tax planning.Provide technical tax research and strategic planning on complex issues such as M&A, entity selection, restructuring, international tax, credits and incentives, and state apportionment.Supervise, mentor and develop senior staff and senior managers; assign work, review deliverables and provide ongoing performance feedback and training.Serve as primary client contact for assigned engagements; develop strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor on tax strategy and business issues.Review and approve tax provisions and related financial statement disclosures; coordinate with audit and advisory teams as needed.Drive process improvements and quality control procedures to increase efficiency and reduce risk across engagements.Support business development efforts including proposal preparation, client presentations, cross-selling firm services, and identifying growth opportunities.Coordinate with external advisors, legal counsel and regulatory bodies as required to resolve tax matters and support client objectives.Manage staffing, budgets, project timelines and workflow during peak seasons to meet firm utilization and profitability targets.QualificationsCertified Public Accountant (CPA) license required and in good standing.Minimum 5+ years of progressive public accounting tax experience with demonstrated experience as a manager or senior manager on client engagements.Proven technical expertise in corporate, partnership and individual tax matters; experience with M&A, international tax, state & local taxation and tax provisions a plus.Strong supervisory experience with the ability to coach, mentor and develop staff while managing multiple engagements concurrently.Excellent client-facing skills with a track record of building trusted relationships and contributing to business development.Demonstrated expertise in tax research, technical writing and communicating complex tax concepts clearly to non-tax stakeholders.Proficiency with tax software and tools (e.g., UltraTax/Lacerte/GoSystem or equivalents), Excel and workflow/project management systems.Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required; advanced degree (MS Tax or MBA) preferred.Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines during busy season and manage competing priorities.Experience in public accounting environment (Big Four, national or regional firms) preferred; willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and training.BenefitsComprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan. We offer opportunity for professional growth, including partnership opportunity, A better work/life balance including flexible schedules, Generous PTO and Hybrid Schedule