Tax Manager

Tax Senior Manager - Greater Philadelphia

Wayne, PA

About Grassi

After more than 40 years of business growth and industry change, Grassi has redefined what it means to be an advisor and accountant to today’s businesses and individuals. Nationally ranked as one of the largest and fastest-growing accounting firms in the nation, Grassi is a leading provider of advisory, tax, and accounting services across key sectors including construction, architecture and engineering, not-for-profit, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution, financial services, real estate, and more. Several publications have ranked us among the top accounting firms to work for, highlighting our strength in work-life balance, culture, and wellness categories.

With over 550 employees and eleven offices spanning the New York Metropolitan Area, Long Island, the Northeast, Florida, New England, Denver and an international presence in Italy, we are strategically positioned to serve clients locally and globally. In 2023, Grassi became an employee-owned company by implementing an ESOP, establishing our independence and empowering our people to drive the firm’s future success. The ESOP ensures that equity partners and all Grassi U.S. employees have the exclusive opportunity to own the firm’s stock, making them integral to the company’s future.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Tax Senior Manager to join our team in our Wayne, PA office location. Our new office is anticipated to officially open in September 2026. This is a hybrid position with an expectation of three days per week onsite. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Leading engagement teams and overseeing the performance, development, and utilization of Managers, Seniors, Associates, and Staff Accountants
• Managing key client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor, and providing strategic tax planning guidance
• Reviewing engagement economics, monitoring profitability, and ensuring effective resource allocation across multiple engagements
• Evaluating significant tax risks, technical matters, and quality control considerations while providing guidance on complex issues
• Driving the development and implementation of tax strategies to address client needs and emerging regulatory changes
• Mentoring and coaching professional staff while supporting recruiting, retention, and talent development initiatives
• Contributing to practice growth through business development activities, networking, market visibility, and identifying additional service opportunities for clients
• Developing technical expertise and thought leadership through training, industry involvement, speaking engagements, and research initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in taxation or equivalent preferred
• 7+ years of progressive tax preparation, review and supervisory experience
• CPA license is required
• Proficient with a computer software packages and platforms including Microsoft Office Suite, Tax software, ProSystems Engagement and CCH Axcess
• Industry agnostic experience considered; Construction, manufacturing & distribution, real estate, and financial services industry experience desired
• Strong tax accounting skills with proficiency in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated federal tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
• Ability to conduct detailed review of various tax returns
• Ability to manage staff on multiple engagements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• CPA license is required
• Ability to work in a team environment, supervise staff and lead projects
• Ability to work additional hours as needed
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Maintains a high level of professionalism and consistently demonstrates respect for others

Why Grassi?

Our firm is consistently ranked by Vault.com and the Best Places to Work group for our commitment to compensation, paid time off, work-life balance, culture and more. Some of the ways we accomplish this include:

Flexibility: Our work-life balance initiatives include generous paid time off, flexible \"Dress for Your Day\" dress code, telecommuting options, flex-time policies, and summer hours, enhanced by our Floating Summer Fridays program, which allows team members three extra Fridays off during the summer months in addition to their PTO.

Company Culture: Here at Grassi we are dedicated to creating an environment for our team members that is positive, productive, and aligns with our company’s high standards of inclusivity, diversity, and equity. We work closely with our DEI Council and Grassi Women’s Council to organize events throughout the year to bring the firm together for open dialogue and awareness of global diversity issues. Through our charitable initiative, Grassi Gives Back , we proudly support organizations such as Ronald McDonald House, Toys for Tots, Autism Speaks, Long Island Cares, and many of our nonprofit clients.

Benefits Package: Competitive base compensation with eligibility for a raise and bonus each June or December based on performance metrics and level. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, employer contribution to life insurance, 401(k) plan, ESOP, and client and employee referral bonus program.

ESOP Owned: The ESOP ensures that equity partners and all Grassi U.S. employees have the exclusive opportunity to own the firm’s stock, making them integral to the company’s future. Unlike many other ESOPs, Grassi’s is privately funded, with no outside investors or private equity firms involved in the plan.

CPA Incentive: Financial assistance toward the achievement of the CPA certification which includes the cost of the CPA study materials, CPA exam registration and sitting fees for all 4 parts (up to 2 x per part), plus the CPA application and licensing fees. Paid study time during work hours, additional paid time off to take your scheduled exam and a bonus paid upon passing the CPA exam.

Learning and Development: We offer Continuing Professional Education (CPE) opportunities, including both technical and soft skills training. These opportunities are available through internal courses and external programs led by well‑known industry instructors, all at no cost to our employees.

Wellness Resources: Discounted gym memberships and various wellness initiatives and programs such as the CALM app that helps our team members lower stress, decrease anxiety, improve focus, and get more restful sleep.

As set forth in Grassi’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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