Experienced Tax Manager

Ascend; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend is seeking a Tax Manager to join their team in Orlando, Florida. This role offers the opportunity to advise clients on tax strategies, prepare complex tax returns, and mentor staff in a collaborative workplace focused on career advancement and work-life balance. Candidates should possess strong analytical and communication skills, along with relevant experience and a commitment to client service.

Benefits

Firm-paid CPE

Unlimited PTO

Flexible remote work options

Major medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience required.
• CPA preferred; EA accepted if no CPA.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on tax strategies and prepare tax returns.
• Serve as the primary client contact for tax matters.
• Lead and mentor team members in their professional development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in accounting

Tools

QuickBooks

CCH Engagement

CCH Axcess

Microsoft Office

Job description

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At Ascend, we understand the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional public accounting firms - from rigid hierarchies, overwhelming workloads, and the elusive work-life balance. It’s time for a transformative change. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number; you’re a valued member of a community that supports & celebrates your professional & personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and comprehensive resources.

Ascend empowers entrepreneurial CPAs to reach their goals with an innovative growth model that brings our partner firms into the new age. Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a modern platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while having access to resources of a large CPA firm. These resources include growth capital, robust talent acquisition, best-of-breed technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back-office services, and modernized equity incentives.

Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues sufficient to qualify it as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.

About Saltmarsh

Elevate your career at Saltmarsh!

Saltmarsh is looking for a dynamic and experienced Tax Manager to join our team! This is your opportunity to grow with a firm that values personal and professional development, supports career advancement, and fosters a collaborative, people-first culture.

At Saltmarsh, we take pride in delivering legendary service to our clients while investing in our relationships with both clients and colleagues. If you're passionate about excellence and looking to take your career to the next level, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

As a Tax Manager, you will:

• Advise clients on tax strategies to achieve their business objectives while minimizing costs
• Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations across diverse industries
• Serve as the primary client contact for complex tax matters, offering solutions and identifying potential risks or policy changes
• Lead and mentor managers and staff, providing guidance, performance feedback, and career development support
• Manage engagements by ensuring quality, meeting deadlines, and effectively collaborating with team members
• Build lasting relationships with clients and expand your network through active involvement in industry, civic, and social organizations
• Stay ahead of tax regulations and bring innovative, practical solutions to client challenges

Who You Are

We’re looking for a leader with:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (Master’s preferred)
• CPA strongly preferred (EA accepted if CPA is not held)
• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience (supervisory experience strongly preferred)
• Experience with project management
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• A proven track record of mentoring, teamwork, and delivering exceptional client service
• Proficiency in CCH Engagement, CCH Axcess, QuickBooks (or similar software), & Microsoft Office

What We Offer

Saltmarsh invests in their employees' growth, development, and work-life balance by offering:

• Firm-paid CPE
• Leadership opportunities
• Sabbatical program
• Unlimited PTO
• 12 firm-paid holidays
• Flexible remote work options
• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Equity program for Senior Managers+ and top performing Managers

Location

Saltmarsh offers the flexibility of a hybrid and remote optional work environment with offices in Pensacola, Tampa, and Orlando.

Saltmarsh is not just a place to work; it's a place to thrive. Ready to grow your career and make an impact? Join us and discover the difference of being part of the Saltmarsh family.

Apply now and let’s build something amazing together!

For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Olivia Riley, Sr. Recruiter at [e-mail].

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

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Job function

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  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting

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