Tax Manager

Job Description

Advance Your Tax Career - Now Hiring a Tax Manager in Cleveland!
Job Title: Tax Manager
Pay : $100,000 - $130,000 annually + bonus potential up to 25%
Hours : Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Busy Season January-April: up to 55 hours/week)
Start Date: ASAP


Seeking an opportunity with strong career growth potential and the ability to make a meaningful impact? Join an established and highly respected accounting and advisory firm as a Tax Manager in Cleveland and play an important role in supporting both client success and firm growth.


In this position, you will serve as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth individuals, business owners, fiduciaries, and other clients with complex tax needs. Working closely with firm leadership and accounting professionals, you will manage tax engagements, provide strategic tax guidance, strengthen client relationships, and help mentor and develop staff while contributing to the continued success of the practice.

What You'll Do:
As a Tax Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Develop and maintain expertise in federal, state, and local tax laws while researching complex tax issues and providing guidance to clients and team members.
• Manage tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring projects are organized, properly staffed, and delivered on time.
• Review and supervise the preparation of tax returns, workpapers, research memorandums, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Communicate regularly with clients and engagement team members regarding project status, expectations, deadlines, and tax-related recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to improve client tax strategies, business operations, and internal processes to enhance overall performance.
• Coach, mentor, and support staff development by providing ongoing feedback, training, and performance guidance.
• Participate in business development, networking, proposal support, and professional activities to strengthen client relationships and generate new business opportunities.

What You'll Bring:
The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred.
• CPA designation preferred but not required
• Minimum of 4-6 years of public accounting or related tax experience, preferably within a professional services environment.
• Experience serving high-net-worth individuals, business owners, fiduciaries, and other clients with complex tax needs.
• Strong tax research, analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret and apply tax regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership potential through engagement management, staff mentoring, project coordination, or supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, project management, and organizational skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $130,000 with bonus potential up to 25% based on business development, billable hours, and performance.
• Excellent work-life balance with traditional business hours and busy season workloads capped at approximately 55 hours per week.
• Generous paid time off package including 4 weeks of PTO.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) with a 1.5% employer match on up to 6% employee contribution (100% vested after one year).
• Strong opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and career advancement.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for community involvement and professional networking.

Location & Schedule:
This position is on-site and can be based in Cleveland. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. During busy season (January through April), weekly hours may increase but typically do not exceed 55 hours.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to advance your public accounting career as a Tax Manager with a firm that values professional growth, client relationships, and work-life balance, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. Don't wait-we're hiring now!

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