Tax Manager - Public

DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a client-focused accounting team in Janesville, Wisconsin. This role is suited for a detail-oriented tax specialist who can oversee return reviews, guide client engagements, and lead staff development with confidence. The position offers the chance to contribute to a collaborative environment while helping improve efficiency, service quality, and long-term departmental success.Responsibilities:• Oversee the review of individual, business, fiduciary, and related tax filings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients by addressing tax-related questions, requesting outstanding information, discussing planning strategies, and presenting completed returns.• Coordinate engagement flow by assigning work across team members, balancing priorities, and keeping projects moving efficiently through completion.• Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day guidance to tax team members to support skill development and strengthen team performance.• Evaluate client situations to uncover tax-saving opportunities and deliver practical recommendations aligned with their financial goals.• Track filing calendars and engagement milestones to help maintain on-time delivery during both peak and non-peak periods.• Contribute ideas that enhance internal procedures, increase operational efficiency, and improve the overall client experience.• Partner with firm leadership to manage workload distribution, maintain strong client relationships, and support departmental objectives.Requirements• At least 5 years of tax experience within a public accounting environment.• Demonstrated expertise in individual and business taxation, with the ability to apply sound technical judgment.• Background in reviewing tax returns and leading or supervising staff members.• Strong client-facing communication skills with a detail-oriented and confident approach.• Excellent organization and time management abilities, including the capacity to handle multiple deadlines effectively.• Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.• Experience with tax and accounting software such as Lacerte, QuickBooks, CCH ProSystem Fx, or related platforms is preferred.• CPA license preferred.Job typePerm