Manager - Tax

Role & Responsibilities:

• Reviews tax returns.

• Prepares high level tax returns.

• Signs completed tax returns.

• Interviews clients to obtain information for tax returns or other projects.

• Reviews tax accruals and attends meeting with auditors regarding tax issues.

• Manages client relationships by monitoring client needs and building value into professional service.

• Evaluates the costs, benefits and risks of alternative solutions to client problems or needs.

• Performs tax research and other special projects as they occur.

• Provides feedback in order to develop the tax practice.

• Capitalizes on personal and professional experiences in order to develop business and practice lines.

• Supervises and delegates duties to Associate and Senior Associate level staff.

• Provides mentoring and technical training for employees in the tax department.

• May assist with client billings to ensure they reflect work performed.

• Participates in the area of business development.

• Participates in community organizations and industry functions.

• Ensures timely and accurate performance on assigned projects.

• Maintains compliance with project budgets, turnaround times, and deadlines.

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting required.

• CA/CPA/EA - Qualified is Mandatory.

• 7+ years of experience in tax accounting required.

• Valid Certified Public Accountant license or Enrolled Agent (EA) certification required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations.

• Demonstrates critical and analytical thinking skills.

• Skills in networking and developing business.

• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.

• Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by setting priorities with work projects.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and clients.

• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and related programs.