Tax Sr. Manager (CPA) - Columbia

Company & Location

Job Location: Columbia, TN 38401. At Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC, we serve Nashville’s growing business and professional community. Blankenship is a top‑ten public accounting firm with over 200 professionals, operating offices in Brentwood, Columbia, Dickson, Goodlettsville, Mt.Juliet, Murfreesboro, and Nashville.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax Planning and Strategy
  • Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities for clients.
  • Conduct tax research and analysis to identify potential tax savings opportunities.
  • Advise clients on complex tax issues, including mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations.
• Tax Compliance
  • Oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals and businesses.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
  • Monitor and respond to tax notices and audits.
• Team Leadership
  • Manage and mentor a team of tax professionals, assigning work, reviewing performance, and providing training and development opportunities.
  • Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Client Relationship Management
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
  • Proactively communicate with clients to address their tax needs and concerns.
  • Provide exceptional client service and exceed client expectations.
• Business Development
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Attend CPE and client events and build relationships with industry professionals.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in public accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tax software.
• Ability to be self‑directed with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well within a team and positively contribute to the culture.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability (Short & Long Term)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Volunteer Time
• Blankenship CPE Events and Learning Platform for CPE and Training
• License Reimbursements
• Firm Alliance Membership Resources and Vendor Discounts
• Competitive Compensation and Bonus Programs
• Growth Opportunities and Flexible Work Schedules
• People First Culture