Tax Manager

Tax ManagerTired of being a cog in a large firm's machine? This Fairfield, NJ boutique CPA practice offers a senior leadership seat - real client relationships, a direct path to partnership, and a workload built around results rather than billable-hour theater.What you will doOwn the full engagement lifecycle for a dedicated book of high-net-worth individuals, closely-held businesses, S-Corps, and partnerships - from planning through filingPerform technical final reviews of complex individual (1040), corporate (1120/1120-S), partnership (1065), and fiduciary (1041) returnsLead proactive year-round tax planning sessions, surfacing mitigation strategies and estate-planning opportunities before clients askServe as the primary day-to-day advisor and relationship owner for your client portfolio, acting as the bridge between partners and staffMentor and develop junior and senior associates, managing workflow assignments to hit deadlines without last-minute fire drillsContribute directly to firm policy, process improvements, and growth strategy - your voice carries weight hereWhat you need7+ years of public accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management roleActive CPA license (required)Demonstrated hands-on technical experience with complex individual, pass-through, and corporate returnsStrong client communication skills and the ability to manage relationships independently in an on-site environmentNice to haveMaster's in Taxation (MST) or equivalent advanced studyExperience with estate, gift, or trust taxationPrior experience at a regional or boutique firm where you managed your own client relationshipsPay and benefitsBase salary: $135,000 - $165,000 depending on experiencePerformance-based bonus: 10-20% of baseHealth insurance: Firm-paid medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement: 401(k) plan with generous company matchingPTO: 20 days of paid time off plus standard paid holidaysCPE and CPA license reimbursement: Fully covered by the firmGenuine flexibility - results-oriented culture, not hours-in-a-seatLocation and scheduleFairfield, NJ - On-siteFull-time, standard business hoursAbout and how to applyThis is a boutique practice specializing in white-glove service to successful businesses and high-net-worth families. The team is small by design - which means your judgment shapes outcomes for real clients, and partnership is a genuine conversation, not a distant carrot.Apply now with your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted within five business days for a confidential conversation.