Tax Manager - Entity Tax Services

Tax Manager

KLR is one of the largest full-service CPA and business advisory firms in New England and is ranked amongst the Top 100 firms in the United States. From our offices in Andover, Boston, Lausanne, Newport, and Providence, the 350+ person firm provides assurance, tax, and business advisory services to private and publicly-held companies throughout the United States and abroad. Recognized as a Best Place to Work for 19 years, KLR is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and innovation.

We are seeking a Tax Manager to join our Entity Tax Services Group, to be based in our Andover, Boston, Providence, or Newport offices on a flexible hybrid basis.

As a key member of the Tax Team, the Manager will apply technical expertise and educational background across a wide range of client engagements. This role is central to our growing Tax practice, with responsibilities that include managing client relationships, overseeing technical tax work, and guiding staff. The Tax Team is dedicated to supporting clients with both tax compliance and strategic planning.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by demonstrating strong technical expertise, awareness of industry trends, and proactive communication of solutions to client and engagement teams.
• Prepare and review corporate income tax provisions, including ASC 740 calculations such as effective tax rate analysis, deferred tax items, and uncertain tax positions.
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax provision reporting for both public and private companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standards.
• Review and oversee preparation of complex federal and state tax returns, including C Corporations (1120), S Corporations (1120S), Partnerships (1065), and Individual returns (1040) as needed.
• Provide technical guidance on corporate and pass-through entity tax compliance, including foreign filings such as Forms 5471, 5472, and GILTI.
• Research and resolve complex tax issues, drafting memoranda and recommendations for clients and internal teams.
• Manage and delegate work to tax staff, providing coaching, technical review, and performance feedback.
• Participate in and lead tax planning initiatives for corporations, pass-through entities, and individuals, including scenario modeling (BNA projections) and identifying tax-saving opportunities.
• Respond to IRS and state notices by analyzing issues and drafting technical responses.
• Act as the primary client contact on smaller engagements; build and maintain strong relationships through high-quality service and responsiveness.
• Support firm growth by assisting with billing, discussing fees with clients, and participating in practice development initiatives.
• Contribute to tax department operations by leading internal projects, developing processes, and mentoring team members.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and other service lines to deliver comprehensive solutions to clients.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change from time to time with notice whenever possible, but not guaranteed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
• Master's degree in Taxation or related field preferred.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) credentials are required.
• 6+ years of taxation experience, including prior public accounting experience, prior managerial experience highly preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and team members.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with tax and accounting technology; experience with CCH Axcess, SurePrep, and XCM is highly preferred.

This is a full-time position with standard hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours, including some evenings and weekends, will be required during peak busy seasons.

Pay Range: $120,000.00 - $145,000.00

Benefits: KLR offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support both your professional growth and personal well-being, including medical and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and a competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution. We invest in our people through tuition assistance, CPA exam support, robust in-house education and leadership development programs, and meaningful opportunities for community involvement.

Come join a firm who has recently been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" for 19 years by the Providence Business Journal and voted as a Top 100 Firm in the country by Accounting Today!

KLR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.