Tax Senior Manager - Public Accounting

Tax Senior Manager – Public Accounting Woodbury, NY, US Experience: Manager | Salary: $180,000 - $265,000 per year Job Summary The Tax Senior Manager plays a critical leadership role in overseeing complex tax engagements, managing key client relationships, and driving team performance. This position requires a balance of advanced technical expertise, strategic advisory capabilities, and strong leadership skills. You will work closely with firm leadership to deliver high-quality client outcomes while contributing to operational and growth initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead multiple high-level tax engagements across corporate, partnership, and individual clients Deliver strategic tax planning and advisory services tailored to client needs Review complex federal, state, and local tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide forward-looking recommendations Serve as a primary advisor to clients, addressing complex issues and anticipating future needs Supervise and mentor managers and staff, fostering professional growth and accountability Oversee engagement planning, staffing, and budgeting to ensure efficient execution Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations Promote a collaborative, high-performance team environment Maintain current knowledge of tax regulations and industry developments Perform detailed reviews of returns and supporting documentation Ensure adherence to internal quality standards and regulatory requirements Drive process improvements and support adoption of technology solutions Contribute to recruiting, training, and strategic planning efforts Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and service offerings Participate in networking and business development activities Collaborate with leadership on departmental and firm-wide objectives Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required Master’s in Taxation or similar advanced degree preferred Active CPA license required 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience 3+ years in a leadership or senior management role Strong expertise in partnership, corporate, and individual taxation Experience with multi-state and consolidated tax filings In-depth knowledge of federal and state tax regulations Technical Skills Proficiency with CCH Axcess (required) Experience with workflow and engagement tools (e.g., XCM, Engagement) Advanced Excel and data analysis skills Core Competencies Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability Strong leadership and team development skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environmentHigh attention to detail and commitment to quality A bit about us We are a well-established, mid-sized public accounting and advisory firm with over 50 years of experience serving a diverse client base. With offices in NYC and Long Island, we provide comprehensive tax, assurance, and consulting services to high-net-worth individuals, privately held businesses, and organizations across a wide range of industries. Why join us? Hybrid work schedule (typically 3 days in-office) Strong exposure to high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses True generalist tax experience (not siloed or niche work) Opportunity to grow into tax planning and advisory work Collaborative, supportive team environment Direct access to leadership and mentorship Stable, long-tenured firm with strong reputation Competitive compensation and clear growth path #J-18808-Ljbffr