Tax Manager

Job Title: Tax Accountant

Location: Hamilton, New Jersey

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 annually + performance based bonuses and potential equity offering.

Work Model: Onsite

Tax Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of business and individual tax clients, serving as their primary advisor.
• Prepare and review complex federal and state tax returns for corporations, S corporations, partnerships, trusts, and individuals.
• Develop proactive tax planning strategies that help clients minimize tax liabilities and meet their financial goals.
• Research tax laws and regulations and provide guidance on complex tax matters.
• Review financial statements and client accounting records to ensure accuracy and tax compliance.
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices and represent clients during audits and other tax matters when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and exceptional service.
• Lead, coach, and mentor tax staff while reviewing work for quality and accuracy.
• Help improve internal processes, workflows, and efficiencies to support the firm's continued growth.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on client service initiatives and business development opportunities.

Tax Manager Qualifications:

• CPA license required or actively pursuing licensure.
• 6+ years of recent public accounting experience with a strong focus on taxation.
• Experience preparing and reviewing individual, corporate, partnership, and S corporation tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of tax planning, consulting, and compliance for privately held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
• Experience supervising staff and managing multiple client engagements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting/tax software; experience with UltraTax and QuickBooks (Desktop and Online) is a plus.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Partnership/equity potential for the right individual.
• Established client base with long-standing relationships.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunity to mentor staff and help shape the future of the firm.
• Stable, growing organization with a strong reputation in the local business community.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact, develop lasting client relationships, and grow into a leadership role within a respected CPA firm, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.