Tax Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Tax Manager

Location: Wilmington, DE
Experience Level: 7+ Years of Public Accounting Experience

We are partnered with a well‑established CPA firm in Wilmington, DE that is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join its growing tax practice. This role is ideal for a seasoned tax professional who enjoys leading engagements, mentoring staff, and working closely with clients and firm leadership on complex tax matters.

The Tax Manager will play a key role in managing client relationships, overseeing tax compliance and planning, and helping guide the development of the tax team.

What You'll Do

• Review and approve federal, state, and local tax returns of varying complexity
• Assume responsibility for complex individual and business tax engagements
• Manage and delegate tax preparation work to staff and senior accountants
• Conduct and oversee tax research projects to support accurate and efficient outcomes
• Participate in client meetings and tax planning discussions
• Serve as a technical resource for tax staff and accounting/audit team members
• Manage client relationships and act as a primary point of contact on tax matters
• Oversee and manage governmental tax examinations; represent clients before taxing authorities when needed
• Ensure timely, accurate flow of tax returns through the tax preparation process
• Supervise, train, and mentor tax staff; assist with performance evaluations and professional development
• Stay current on tax legislation, regulatory changes, and economic trends impacting clients
• Contribute to practice development through client relationships, referral sources, and community involvement

What Our Client Is Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 7+ years of public accounting experience with demonstrated progression in tax complexity and scope
• Active CPA license required
• Prior experience supervising and developing tax staff
• Experience representing clients before taxing authorities
• Strong technical tax knowledge across individual and business returns
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with tax preparation, research, and planning software

Why This Opportunity

• Leadership role with meaningful responsibility and autonomy
• Direct access to firm leadership and involvement in client strategy
• Opportunity to mentor and shape the next generation of tax professionals
• Stable firm environment with a strong local reputation
• Broad exposure to complex tax work and client advisory services

This position is well‑suited for a Tax Manager who wants to take ownership of client relationships, lead a team, and continue growing within a respected public accounting firm.