Tax Manager
$130k - $160kgpac
Tax Manager – Public Accounting (On-Site | Southern CT)
Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base + $15K bonus + profit sharing Location: On-site, Southern Connecticut (not remote) Work Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (½ hour lunch); summer Fridays are half-days
The Opportunity
Are you a seasoned public accounting professional looking for a Tax Manager role where you're trusted to lead without micromanagement? This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-autonomy, no-billable-hours environment with a team that prioritizes both technical excellence and work-life balance.
The firm works with a variety of complex clients—including real estate developers, construction firms, and healthcare professionals—and is actively hiring to reduce team burnout and invest in long-term leadership.
Responsibilities
- 70% review, 30% preparation of individual, business, and trust returns (1040, 1065, 1120, 1041)
- Lead and manage a small but growing staff (you'll help hire your #2)
- Maintain excellent client relationships with a hands-on approach
- Deliver high-quality tax work without timesheet pressure
Ideal Background
- 7+ years of public accounting experience
- CPA or EA preferred (or in process, near completion)
- Experience with CCH, QuickBooks, and BNA a plus
- Strong communication, leadership, and review skills
Perks & Benefits
- Base up to $160K + bonus + profit sharing
- Company vehicle
- Full health/dental + 401(k) + tuition assistance
- Generous PTO + flexible scheduling
- Half-day Fridays all summer
- No billable hour requirements
How to Apply
This role offers real leadership, autonomy, and stability in an industry where that's increasingly rare. If you're ready to make a long-term move to a firm that respects your time and expertise, let's talk.
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