Senior Tax Manager - Advisory, Growth & Leadership

ConnectOS; Metro Manila; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH

Medical, Dental Coverage and Life

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Competitive salary and annual review

Financial Assistance Program

13th Month Pay

Company events and career growth

Job summary

ConnectOS is seeking a Tax Manager in the Philippines to lead tax engagements, supervise staff, review complex returns, and advise clients on planning and compliance. The role emphasizes practice growth, staff development, and strong client relationships.

The position covers management of budgets, timelines, and profitability across engagements, with opportunities to identify tax-saving strategies and expand services for clients. A supportive, growth-oriented environment is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Experience reviewing complex entity tax returns.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing certification.
• Extensive knowledge of business entity taxation.
• Strong technical research capabilities.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations.
• Ability to identify tax planning opportunities.
• Strong business acumen and advisory mindset.
• Ability to evaluate risks and recommend solutions.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams.
• Performance management and coaching skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to serve as a trusted business advisor.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to exceptional client service.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational and budget management skills.
• Ability to allocate resources effectively across engagements.
• Ability to identify growth opportunities.
• Networking and relationship management skills.
• Strategic focus on client retention and expansion.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tax engagements simultaneously.
• Oversee preparation and review of complex business entity tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and profitability.
• Coordinate tax season workflow and staffing assignments.
• Perform final review of complex tax returns and workpapers.
• Resolve technical tax issues and provide guidance.
• Review multi-state filings and complex business transactions.
• Ensure engagement files meet firm quality standards.
• Monitor compliance with current tax legislation and regulations.
• Serve as the primary advisor for assigned clients.
• Lead client meetings related to tax compliance and planning.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Address complex tax questions and provide proactive planning recommendations.
• Develop customized tax strategies for business clients.
• Identify opportunities to minimize tax liabilities.
• Advise clients on entity structure, transactions, and tax implications.
• Research and implement tax-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate the impact of changing tax regulations on client operations.
• Lead, coach, and develop tax staff, seniors, and supervisors.
• Conduct performance reviews and goal-setting discussions.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and onboarding.
• Provide technical training and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Identify opportunities for additional client services.
• Participate in networking and business development activities.
• Assist partners with proposals and prospective client meetings.
• Contribute to growth initiatives and practice development.

Skills

5+ years public accounting tax

Reviewing complex entity tax returns

Supervisory experience

CPA license preferred or pursuing

Tax regulations interpretation

Advisory mindset

Client relationship management

Budget management

Staff coaching

Resource planning across engagements

Growth opportunities identification

Education

CPA license preferred or actively pursuing certification

Job description

ConnectOS is seeking a Tax Manager in the Philippines to lead tax engagements, supervise staff, review complex returns, and advise clients on planning and compliance. The role emphasizes practice growth, staff development, and strong client relationships.

The position covers management of budgets, timelines, and profitability across engagements, with opportunities to identify tax-saving strategies and expand services for clients. A supportive, growth-oriented environment is offered.