Nonprofit Tax Manager

Tgccpa; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Gym access

Job summary

Thompson Greenspon, a mid-sized CPA firm located in Fairfax, is seeking an experienced nonprofit tax professional to lead the firm's Form 990 practice as a Nonprofit Tax Manager. You will own the Form 990 process across the firm and supervise staff to ensure timely, accurate filings and extensions where applicable.

You’ll review complex technical issues, serve as a key client contact, and collaborate with partners across departments to grow advisory services while maintaining the firm’s

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive nonprofit tax experience.
• Active PTIN, or ability to obtain one before start date.
• CCH Axcess Tax Software experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the Form 990 process across the firm.
• Monitor and ensure timely completion and accuracy of: Form 990, 990-EZ, 990-T, 990-PF, and 1120-POL filings (and state returns, where applicable).
• Extensions and estimated tax payments.
• Coordinate workflow across staff to meet internal and external deadlines.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues, including: Public support tests, UBI considerations, Excise taxes, Private foundation compliance, State filing requirements.
• Serve as a primary reviewer before partner-level review.
• Communicate filing requirements, deadlines, and issues clearly to clients.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve the client experience.
• Supervise, train and coach staff on Form 990 preparation and review.
• Develop training materials, tools, and standardized best practices.
• Review staff work and provide actionable feedback.
• Leverage Form 990 insights to identify advisory opportunities and client governance improvements.
• Collaborate with partners and managers to support coordinated client service and growth.

Skills

Active CPA License

Nonprofit tax experience 7+ years

Active PTIN

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

CCH Axcess Tax

Job description

Thompson Greenspon, a mid-sized CPA firm located in Fairfax Corner, is seeking an experienced nonprofit tax professional to help lead the firm's Form 990 practice as a Nonprofit Tax Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Practice Leadership & Workflow Management:

• Own and manage the Form 990 process across the firm
• Monitor and ensure timely completion and accuracy of:
  • Form 990, 990-EZ, 990-T, 990-PF, and 1120-POL filings (and state returns, where applicable)
  • Extensions and estimated tax payments
• Coordinate workflow across staff to meet internal and external deadlines
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements

Review & Technical Oversight

• Identify and resolve complex technical issues, including:
  • Public support tests
  • Unrelated business income (UBI) considerations
  • Excise taxes
  • Private foundation compliance
  • State filing requirements
  • Serve as a primary reviewer before partner-level review

Client Service & Communication:

• Serve as a key point of contact for 990-related questions
• Communicate filing requirements, deadlines, and issues clearly to clients
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve the client experience

Staff Development & Training:

• Supervise, train and coach staff on Form 990 (and related returns) preparation, technical concepts, and review
• Develop training materials, tools, and standardized best practices, as necessary
• Review staff work and provide actionable feedback

Practice Growth & Client Development:

• Leverage Form 990 insights to identify advisory opportunities and help clients strengthen governance, transparency, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with partners and managers across audit, tax, and CAAS departments to support coordinated approach to client service and growth
• Participate in proposals, presentations, and client discussions as a Form 990 subject matter resource

Qualifications:

• Active CPA License
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 7+ years of progressive nonprofit tax experience
• CCH Axcess Tax Software experience preferred, not required
• Active PTIN, or ability to obtain one before start date

Compensation:

This role is salaried, with a range of $140,000 - $160,000, dependent on experience

Why Join Thompson Greenspon?

Thompson Greenspon is proudly independent and personally invested.

As the accounting profession experiences rapid consolidation and private equity investment, our firm remains proudly independent, because our strength comes from the relationships we build, not from outside ownership.

Staying independent means our decisions are guided by what’s best for our clients and our team, not by investors or quarterly returns. It allows us to keep our focus where it belongs: providing personal, thoughtful service and building lasting trust with every client we serve.

Thompson Greenspon has been recognized as a Top Workplace for several years- and we’re proud of the fact that our success is rooted in our commitment to a positive, healthy work environment.

Work/Life Balance:

• Hybrid schedule + Fridays off in summer
• Reasonable, sustainable hours with no busy season burnout
• PTO, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free parking + gym access

Career Growth & Culture:

• Supportive, collaborative team environment where your voice matters
• Opportunities for advancement
• Ongoing career and professional development

Since 1956, Thompson Greenspon has provided audit, tax, accounting, financial reporting, consulting and advisory services to a broad spectrum of clients. Located in Fairfax, we are among the 20 largest firms practicing in Virginia with the resources and expertise to meet all professional accounting needs. We are proud members of CPAmerica International, one of the largest associations of CPA firms in the US, giving our team access to national resources while maintaining our local, personalized service approach.

Visit www.tgccpa.com for more information.