Professional Services Tax Manager

WithumSmith+Brown PC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is seeking a Tax Manager for its Tax Services Group with offices in Boca Raton, FL; Orlando, FL; and other locations. The role leads tax engagements, mentors staff, and maintains strong client relationships across international, federal, state, and local tax matters.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting, a CPA/JD/MS in Taxation, and 5+ years in public accounting tax, with leadership experience. Travel is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• CPA license, JD, or MS in Taxation (required).
• At least 5 years of experience in a public accounting firm tax department, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staff.
• Excellent analytical and technical tax skills.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Review returns for accuracy across individuals, trusts, partnerships, and corporations.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities.
• Handle and resolve tax controversies.
• Oversee tax research projects for diverse clients and industries.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with different teams to meet deadlines.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to staff; participate in professional development programs.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Tax analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA/JD/MS in Taxation (required)

Job description

Tax Manager – Tax Services Group

Withum’s Tax Services Group is composed of a team of tax specialists dedicated to meeting tax reporting obligations accurately and timely while minimizing or deferring tax payments. The team’s expertise spans international, U.S. federal, state, and local regulations. Additional services include Business, Individual, State & Local tax, R&D Tax Credit, and International and Private Client services.

As a Tax Manager based in one of the following offices—Boca Raton, FL; Columbia, MD; New York City, NY; Orlando, FL; Tysons Corner, VA—you will lead all aspects of tax engagements, supervise and mentor staff, and build and maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Review individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns prepared by staff and/or senior associates for accuracy.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax planning opportunities.
• Handle and resolve tax controversies.
• Oversee complete tax research projects for a variety of clients and industries.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to efficiently meet client deadlines.
• Conduct constructive discussions with team members on their evaluations and provide counsel accordingly.
• Serve in professional development programs as an instructor or discussion leader.
• Travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• CPA license, JD, or Master of Science in Taxation (required).
• At least 5 years of experience in the tax department of a public accounting firm, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staff.
• Excellent analytical and technical tax skills.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, fast‑paced, interactive, results‑based team environment.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills to represent the firm well to client management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, project management skills, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation for this position ranges from $120,000 to $180,000 in Maryland and New York City. In addition to the base salary, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and a bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are determined by the specific role, hiring location, and the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

For additional information on our benefits, visit the Withum careers website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Withum is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and an accessible recruiting experience for all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, participate in the interview process, or otherwise engage in any part of the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us for assistance. We will work with qualified individuals to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to an inclusive workplace.