Manager, Tax - Banking

Forvis Mazars, LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars, LLP is looking for a Manager, Tax - Banking to lead tax compliance and advisory services across various industries in Atlanta, Georgia. With more than 5 years of experience required, the role involves conducting in-depth research on tax issues, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients to foster long-term relationships.

The ideal candidate will hold a CPA license and have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Taxation. This position requires flexibility for travel and a commitment to maintaining technical expertise.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting.
• CPA License is required.
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and advisory services for clients.
• Conduct research on tax matters and communicate findings.
• Engage with clients proactively to identify tax issues.

Skills

Tax compliance management

Client relationship management

Public accounting

Research on tax matters

Coaching and mentoring

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Taxation

Master's Degree in related field

Job description

Manager, Tax - Banking

The Tax team is dedicated to helping clients navigate a complex tax landscape with clarity and confidence. Our team delivers practical, forward‑thinking guidance tailored to each client's goals, offering reliable support through change, growth, and opportunity.

What You Will Do:

• Manage tax compliance and advisory services for individuals (Forms 1040, 1040‑NR), partnerships (Form 1065), and corporations (Forms 1120, 1120‑S) across a variety of industries.
• Conduct in‑depth research on complex tax matters, apply insights to client engagements, and communicate findings clearly through well‑structured written reports.
• Review tax return preparations completed by other staff to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Engage proactively with senior client stakeholders to identify tax issues, offer insights, and implement practical solutions.
• Drive client service excellence by setting high standards for responsiveness and quality, fostering long‑term relationships as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in client success.
• Support client growth and retention through strategic planning and business development.
• Contribute to business development by helping with proposals, showcasing firm value, and supporting client acquisition.
• Mentor and manage tax professionals, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development support to build a high‑performing, collaborative team.
• Manage resources, budgets, and project workflows to resolve scheduling conflicts and ensure the timely, cost‑effective delivery of client engagements.
• Maintain technical expertise through ongoing Continuing Professional Education (CPE), ensuring compliance and staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Contribute to thought leadership by authoring technical publications and leading internal training sessions to elevate firm‑wide knowledge and capabilities.
• Represent the firm at industry events and networking forums, enhancing brand visibility and cultivating new business opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant progressive tax experience in public accounting, or a combination of corporate tax and public accounting.
• CPA License.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility to travel for client engagements and internal meetings. Travel may include overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in related field.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally. With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we are building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an unmatched client experience while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

Legal Notice

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