Tax Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Tax Manager to lead tax compliance, planning and consulting for a diverse portfolio of clients including high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations and international entities. The Tax Manager will oversee preparation and review of federal and multi-state tax returns, manage complex tax issues, ensure compliance with current tax laws and provide strategic tax planning to minimize risk and optimize tax positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals; assign work, review deliverables and provide coaching to develop team capability.
• Manage and execute all aspects of tax compliance for individual, partnership, S corporation and C corporation returns, including federal, state and local filings.
• Oversee tax planning and advisory services for HNWI and closely-held businesses, providing strategies for entity selection, income shifting, succession and estate tax considerations.
• Handle international tax matters including cross-border filing requirements, treaty analysis, foreign tax credits, transfer pricing considerations and expatriate/immigration-related tax issues.
• Coordinate multi-state tax planning and filings, nexus analysis and state apportionment to ensure accurate and optimal multi-state positions.
• Prepare, review and deliver complex tax research and technical memoranda on new legislation, IRS guidance and client-specific issues.
• Manage tax provision and financial reporting processes related to income taxes (ASC 740) in collaboration with accounting and audit teams.
• Serve as primary client contact for tax engagements, build relationships with HNWI and business owners, and communicate tax positions clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate with external auditors, legal advisors and other service providers during audits, due diligence and transaction support.
• Drive process improvements, implement best practices and leverage tax technology to increase team efficiency and quality.
• Ensure timely delivery of work and manage project budgets, staffing and workflow to meet client and firm deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field; Masters degree or LL.M. in Taxation preferred.
• Active CPA license required (or equivalent); candidates on track for CPA with significant experience considered.
• Minimum 58 years of progressive tax experience, including public accounting or equivalent advisory experience; experience managing teams preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with tax compliance and planning for HNWI, individuals, partnerships, S corporations and C corporations.
• Hands-on experience with international tax issues and multi-state tax matters, including cross-border reporting and state nexus analysis.
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. federal tax law, state and local tax rules and ASC 740 tax provisions.
• Proficiency with tax software and research tools (e.g., UltraTax, Lacerte, CCH Axcess/ProSystem fx, Bloomberg/Checkpoint or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, client service and relationship management skills; ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-specialists.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, with ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to maintaining professional ethics and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)