Tax Manager

Job SummaryA well-established public accounting firm in Temecula, CA is seeking an experienced Tax Manager for a direct hire opportunity. This role is ideal for a public accounting tax professional who enjoys managing complex tax engagements, advising clients, reviewing a variety of tax returns, and mentoring developing staff.The Tax Manager will join a collaborative, supportive team environment with strong leadership, professional growth opportunities, and exposure to a diverse client base that includes individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations. This is a strong opportunity for someone who values client service, technical excellence, and a clear path for continued advancement in public accounting.Key Responsibilities- Manage and review a broad range of tax returns, including individual, partnership, S Corporation, C Corporation, fiduciary and trust, gift tax, and nonprofit returns.- Oversee multiple tax engagements from planning through completion while ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and compliance requirements are met.- Conduct tax research and provide tax planning strategies for clients across federal, state, and local tax matters.- Review staff work for accuracy, provide technical guidance, and support the development of junior team members.- Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication, consultative support, and exceptional service.- Collaborate with firm leadership on client advisory services, tax planning opportunities, and process improvements.Compensation and Benefits- Salary range: $120,000 to $140,000 per year.- Direct hire opportunity.- Comprehensive benefits package.- Competitive compensation based on experience.- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected VeteransThe Know Your Rights poster is available here:The pay transparency policy is available here:For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Additional SkillsRequired Qualifications and Skills- Manage tax engagements for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, and nonprofit organizations.- Review complex tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, 1120, 1041, 709, and 990.- Provide tax planning, research, client advisory support, and compliance guidance.- Mentor staff and review work for accuracy, completeness, and technical quality.- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.- 5+ years of recent public accounting tax experience required.- Experience preparing and reviewing nonprofit tax returns, including Form 990.- Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and client service skills.- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines during peak tax seasons.Preferred Qualifications- CPA designation preferred.- ProSystem fx Tax experience strongly preferred.- QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certification preferred.- Multi-state tax experience preferred.- Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring staff.- Tax planning and consulting experience.- Strong client-facing and relationship management skills.AppleOne Representative Contact InfoAccount Executive:AmandaBranch Phone:(951) 296-5430Location:Temecula, CA