Tax Manager

Elevate LLC | Partner Firm OpportunityLocation: Miller Place, Long Island - NY (Hybrid)Salary: 150-200k (depending on experience & expertise)About Elevate: Elevate LLC is a next-generation professional services platform built to partner with entrepreneurial, growth-focused accounting, tax, and advisory firms. Our mission is to empower firms and their leaders by providing capital, operational support, technology, and strategic guidance to help them scale while preserving their independence and culture.Our partner firm in Long Island, NY is looking to hire an experienced Tax Director or Tax Manager to support and expand their growing tax practice. This high-impact opportunity is ideal for a professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional client service and maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence. In this role, you will help shape tax strategies, strengthen quality and compliance, elevate client experience and develop a high-performing team within Elevate's national platform. You will work alongside firm leadership and Elevate's resources to drive sustainable growth and build a best-in-class practice.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver exceptional tax advisory and compliance services to entrepreneurial businesses, family offices, and high-net-worth individualsOversee preparation of individual, partnership, trust and corporate tax filingsReview complex returnsServe as a trusted advisor offering guidance on complex tax issues, entity structuring, and planning opportunitiesRespond to client inquiries across income tax, franchise tax, sales/use tax, labor, benefits, and related compliance areasContribute to the management and growth of the tax practice, support oversight of the tax department's financial performance, and collaborate with multi-office teams to provide effective leadership across locationsSupport practice expansion by deepening services with existing clients and developing new relationships throughout the Long Island marketRecruit, mentor, and inspire a high-performing tax team, fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented cultureConduct tax and accounting research to ensure accurate and compliant reportingDevelop engagement budgets and pricing, assign staff workloads, and prepare internal reportsPartner with leadership across Elevate's platform to unify processes, standardize quality, and leverage shared services, including data analytics, AI tools, and operational innovationQualificationsActive CPA license required7-10 years of progressive business taxation experience, ideally with a Big 4, large national or leading regional firmProven success leading client engagement and driving practice growthStrong technical expertise across corporate, partnership, trusts, and individual taxationExcellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to build and maintain meaningful client relationshipsEstablished leadership experience with the ability to develop, mentor, and manage teamsEntrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, growth-focused environmentStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsCompensation & BenefitsCompensation for this role is based on experience and is aligned with market rates. We value our team members and are committed to their success and well-being. As part of our comprehensive benefits and compensation package, we offer:Medical, Dental, and Vision plans401(k) planGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid Firm HolidaysDiscretionary Performance BonusEligibility for benefits is determined based on position, hours worked, and other criteria. Specific details will be provided during the hiring process. Elevate and its related subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.