Tax Senior/Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Tax Senior / Tax Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will have at least three years of public accounting experience, must be a critical thinker who has primarily focused on the preparation and/or review of business tax returns. This individual should have strong technical tax knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to develop and maintain positive client relationships.  Depending on experience and qualifications, the position may be structured at the Tax Senior or Tax Manager level, with opportunities for increased responsibility and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal and state business tax returns, including S corporations, partnerships, and other business entities.
• Review individual income tax returns as needed.
• Research and resolve complex tax issues and identify tax planning opportunities for clients.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, answer questions, and provide timely, practical tax guidance.
• Manage multiple client engagements and meet established deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to improve tax compliance processes, workpaper documentation, and overall efficiency.
• Assist with mentoring and training staff, reviewing work, and providing constructive feedback.
• For candidates at the manager level, oversee client engagements, manage workflow, and help develop staff while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of public accounting experience working in a tax department of a CPA firm
• Experience primarily in the preparation and/or review of business tax returns.  Experience with S corporation and partnership tax returns strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state income tax regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on client service.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Proficiency with CCH Axcess tax preparation software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• CPA license or progress toward CPA certification preferred

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working directly with clients, and wants to contribute to a collaborative team environment. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, be dependable, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of assignments while continuing to develop their technical and leadership skills.

Why Join Our Firm?

• We prioritize work-life balance by offering flexible schedules and maintaining reasonable hours, even during busy season.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of business and individual clients
• A role with responsibilities tailored to your experience and career goals
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A team-oriented environment that values quality work, client service, and professional relationships

This position is a full-time hybrid position. We offer all our full-time employees a robust employee benefits package including half-day Fridays during the summer. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and tell us how their experience and career goals align with this opportunity.