Tax and Accounting Department Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an experienced tax and accounting leader looking for a long-term opportunity where your expertise is valued and your leadership makes a real impact? Scroggins is seeking a collaborative, experienced professional to lead our Tax and Accounting Department. This is an opportunity to join a stable, growing firm where you can build relationships with clients, mentor a talented team, and help shape the future of our tax and accounting services. This is a hybrid position. Following initial onboarding and training in our Cincinnati office, you can work remotely 1–2 days per week and in the office 3–4 days per week.What You'll DoLead and manage approximately 12 tax and accounting professionals.Assign and oversee annual tax return preparation and review processes.Review and prepare complex corporate, partnership, fiduciary, and individual tax returns.Review monthly accounting compilations, financial statements, and reconciliations for complex clients.Oversee quarterly tax estimate preparation and delivery while personally managing higher-level engagements.Manage IRS and state examinations, tax notices, and other compliance matters.Serve as a trusted advisor for a portfolio of complex tax and accounting clients.Partner with our Client Care Team to continually improve client onboarding, communication, and service delivery.Monitor workflow, prioritize deadlines, and ensure exceptional client service throughout the year.Coach, mentor, and develop staff through performance management, feedback, and day-to-day leadership.Foster a collaborative, positive culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.What We're Looking For10+ years of progressive tax and accounting experience.Previous experience leading and developing professional staff.CPA preferred.Relevant bachelor's degree (e.g., Accounting, Business) required.Strong knowledge of tax compliance and financial accounting.Experience with tax and accounting software.Advanced Microsoft Office skills.Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional quality and client service.Why Join Scroggins?We believe experienced professionals do their best work when they're trusted, supported, and given the opportunity to lead.A stable, well-established firm with long-term client relationships.A collaborative leadership team that values your ideas.Meaningful leadership responsibilities with the opportunity to influence the future of the department.Hybrid work flexibility.A culture focused on professionalism, teamwork, and delivering exceptional client service.Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and reside within commuting distance of our office. #SG1

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