Tax Manager

Job Location: Mt. Juliet - Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC, our roots are deeply planted in serving Nashville's growing business and professional community. Blankenship is a Top Ten Nashville public accounting firm of approximately 250 professionals. We serve clients' Tax, Audit, Accounting, and Consulting needs in the Nashville, Tennessee, and Middle-South markets through our experienced accountants in our Brentwood, Columbia, Dickson, Goodlettsville, Mt. Juliet, Nashville, and Murfreesboro offices. Blankenship is seeking a full-time Tax Manager. This role will be based from our Mt. Juliet office. We are a growing firm and find various tax backgrounds attractive. With strong performance, there is an excellent opportunity for advancement. At Blankenship, you will find a People First culture and wonderful clients to serve. This role can be tailored to align with the right candidate's experiences and specialties. Key Responsibilities Tax Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities for clients. Conduct tax research and analysis to identify potential tax savings opportunities. Advise clients on complex tax issues, including mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations. Tax Compliance: Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses. Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations. Monitor and respond to tax notices and audits. Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, including assigning work, reviewing performance, and providing training and development opportunities. Foster a positive and collaborative team culture. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients. Proactively communicate with clients to address their tax needs and concerns. Provide exceptional client service and exceed client expectations. Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities. Attend CPE and client events and build relationships with industry professionals. Qualifications Key experiences and skills include: CPA certification required. Minimum of 5 years of experience in public accounting. Strong technical knowledge of tax laws and regulations. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software. Ability to be self‑directed with minimal supervision. Ability to work well within a team and positively contribute to the culture. Benefits Blankenship CPA Group offers an excellent compensation & benefits package and more including: Medical Dental Vision Life Disability - Short & Long Term 401(k) plan with company match Paid Time Off (PTO) Professional training License reimbursements Bonus opportunities Growth opportunities Flexible work schedules People First culture #J-18808-Ljbffr Blankenship Cpa Group