Tax Senior Manager – Public Accounting

Job Details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kal Mayer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• Master’s in Taxation or similar advanced degree preferred
• Active CPA license required
• 10+ years of progressive public accounting experience
• 3+ years in a leadership or senior management role
• Strong expertise in partnership, corporate, and individual taxation
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state tax regulations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple high-level tax engagements across corporate, partnership, and individual clients
• Deliver strategic tax planning and advisory services tailored to client needs
• Review complex federal, state, and local tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and provide forward-looking recommendations
• Serve as a primary advisor to clients, addressing complex issues and anticipating future needs
• Supervise and mentor managers and staff, fostering professional growth and accountability
• Oversee engagement planning, staffing, and budgeting to ensure efficient execution
• Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance team environment
• Maintain current knowledge of tax regulations and industry developments
• Perform detailed reviews of returns and supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Drive process improvements and support adoption of technology solutions
• Contribute to recruiting, training, and strategic planning efforts
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and service offerings
• Participate in networking and business development activities
• Collaborate with leadership on departmental and firm-wide objectives

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with CCH Axcess (required)
• Experience with workflow and engagement tools (e.g., XCM, Engagement)
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality