Individual Tax Manager (CPA Required)

Emerson Personnel Group Inc.; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Emerson Personnel Group Inc. seeks an experienced Individual Tax Manager (CPA required) in Mt Laurel, NJ. This leader will own client relationships, guide teams, and deliver high-quality tax services from an in-office setting with potential for hybrid work.

The role emphasizes managing engagements, reviewing complex returns, proactive tax planning, mentoring staff, and collaborating across departments to meet deadlines and exceed expectations. Strong leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of public accounting experience, including review of individual tax returns and advanced tax planning.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and respond to complex tax matters.
• Strong leadership skills including coaching and developing others.
• Experience with CCH and Bloomberg Income Tax Planner is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple tax engagements, including budgeting, staffing, billing, and collections.
• Review and prepare complex individual and trust tax returns.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients—providing proactive tax planning, strategic insights, and exceptional service.
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering technical growth and supporting career progression.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure deadlines are met and deliverables exceed expectations.
• Continuously look to improve processes and contribute to the firm’s growth and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Tax planning

Mentoring

Education

CPA designation

Tools

CCH Tax

Bloomberg Income Tax Planner

Job description

Back Individual Tax Manager (CPA Required) Accounting Manager Mt Laurel , New Jersey Direct Hire Sep 10, 2026

Ourregional client in public accounting located in Mt Laurel, NJ is looking to hire an Individual Tax Manager (CPArequired).The ideal candidate will play a key leadership role within the firm; owning client relationships, guiding team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality tax services.

• Salary: $130 - $180K plus performance based bonuses
• Benefits: Medical, Dental Vision, and life insurance, 401K with company match, 20 days PTO plus paid holidays (7) and (2) floating
• Schedule/Hours: standard business hours, in office (hybrid possible)

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple tax engagements, including budgeting, staffing, billing, and collections
• Review and prepare complex individual and trust tax returns
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients—providing proactive tax planning, strategic insights, and exceptional service
• Mentor and develop staff, fostering technical growth and supporting career progression
• Collaborate across teams to ensure deadlines are met and deliverables exceed expectations
• Continuously look to improve processes and contribute to the firm’s growth and efficiency

Requirements

• CPA designation required
• 5+ years of public accounting experience, including review of individual tax returns and advanced tax planning
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and respond to complex tax matters
• Strong leadership skills including coaching and developing others
• Experience with CCH (Tax, Workstream, Document) and Bloomberg Income Tax Planner is a plus