Small Business Tax Manager

Job TitleResponsibilitiesOverall successful completion of client tax compliance engagementsDevelop understanding of client's business and aspects of client's industry.Prepare clear and concise working papers, tax returns and financial statements.Generate reports which identify and address areas of significant risk and evaluate overall effectiveness of operations.Work on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.Develop effective working relationships with internal and external clients.Assist with development and retention of clients, including the ability to cross-sell services.Focus on tax planning in an effort to minimize client tax and present ongoing tax savings opportunities to clients.Assist clients with special projects such as budgeting and cash flow projections, tax planning and sales tax.Prepare and review complex corporate, individual and partnership tax returns.Research complex tax issues and develop resolutions.Deliver projects/engagements on time, within budget and to client's satisfaction.Supervise and mentor staff inclusive of oversight on client engagements and providing evaluative feedback.Prepare complex client correspondence including recommendations, technical issues, and responses to taxing authorities.QualificationsMinimal of Bachelors of Science in AccountingCPA certification5+ years of relevant Small Business and/or Tax experienceRecent experience working in public accountingAbility to provide mentoring and leadership to junior staffAbility to develop and sustain business relationships for the purpose of increasing the firms client baseProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite inclusive of OutlookSelf-starter with the ability to handle and manage multiple prioritiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExceptional customer service skillsSeek involvement in professional and community organizationsExperience with ProSystems FX/Engagement softwarePrior bookkeeping experience inclusive of QuickBooksStrong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills