Tax Manager - Greater Philadelphia

About the Firm

Grassi is a nationally ranked, fast-growing accounting firm with over 40 years of experience. We provide advisory, tax, and accounting services across key sectors including construction, architecture and engineering, not-for-profit, healthcare, manufacturing and distribution, financial services, and real estate. Recognized for our strong work-life balance, culture, and wellness initiatives, Grassi has been ranked among the top accounting firms to work for. With over 550 employees and eleven offices spanning the New York Metropolitan Area, Long Island, the Northeast, Florida, New England, Denver, and an international presence in Italy, we serve clients locally and globally. In 2023, Grassi became an employee-owned company through an ESOP, empowering our people to drive the firm’s future success.

About the Role

We are seeking a Tax Manager to join our team in our Wayne, PA office, anticipated to open in September 2026. This is a hybrid position with an expectation of three days per week onsite. The role offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage Tax Seniors, Semi Seniors, Associates, and staff accountants
• Ensure assignments are completed within budgeted time
• Lead client engagements from start to finish
• Interact with clients to discuss tax-related issues throughout the year
• Develop technical knowledge through organization meetings, training programs, industry events, and research activities
• Identify risk management issues and propose solutions through research and collaboration
• Conduct research and draw conclusions to address targeted tax issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree in taxation or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years of progressive tax preparation, review, and supervisory experience
• CPA license is required
• Industry experience in construction, manufacturing & distribution, real estate, or financial services is desired but not required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, ProSystems, and CCH tax software
• Strong tax accounting skills with expertise in US GAAP, tax compliance, corporate consolidated returns, consolidated federal tax returns, partnership returns, and combined state tax returns
• Ability to conduct detailed reviews of various tax returns
• Ability to manage staff on multiple engagements
• Strong teamwork, supervision, and project leadership skills
• Ability to work additional hours as needed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Maintains a high level of professionalism and respect for others

Benefits

• Flexibility: Generous paid time off, flexible "Dress for Your Day" dress code, telecommuting options, flex-time policies, and summer hours. Includes Floating Summer Fridays, providing three extra Fridays off during the summer in addition to PTO.
• Company Culture: Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equity through our DEI Council and Grassi Women’s Council. Firm-wide events and charitable initiatives, including support for organizations like Ronald McDonald House, Toys for Tots, Autism Speaks, and Long Island Cares.
• Compensation & Financial Benefits: Competitive base salary with eligibility for raises and bonuses based on performance. Employer contributions to life insurance, 401(k) plan, and ESOP. Client and employee referral bonus program.
• ESOP Ownership: All U.S. employees have the exclusive opportunity to own the firm’s stock, making them integral to the company’s future. The ESOP is privately funded with no outside investors.
• CPA Incentive: Financial assistance for CPA certification, including study materials, exam registration and sitting fees (up to 2 attempts per part), application and licensing fees. Paid study time, additional PTO for exams, and a bonus upon passing the CPA exam.
• Learning and Development: Continuing Professional Education (CPE) opportunities, including technical and soft skills training through internal courses and external programs led by industry instructors, at no cost to employees.
• Wellness Resources: Discounted gym memberships and wellness programs, including access to the CALM app to support stress reduction, focus, and sleep.