Public Tax Manager

Confidential Employer; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Total rewards package

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Charlotte, NC seeks a Public Tax Manager with a CPA and at least five years of public accounting, including two in management, to lead complex tax compliance for partnerships and pass-throughs.

You will guide planning opportunities, oversee staff development, serve as the primary client contact, and ensure timely, high-quality engagements across industries. Hybrid schedule with competitive total rewards package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; Master’s preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 5 years public accounting experience; 2+ in management.
• Strong knowledge of pass-through entity taxation.
• Understanding of partnership taxation and S-corp/individual returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex partnership tax engagements.
• Address tax compliance and planning needs for clients across industries.
• Serve as the main client point of contact and ensure timely delivery.
• Identify tax issues and recommend strategic planning opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors.
• Demonstrate project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Skills

Public accounting

Managerial exp

CPA license

Partnership tax

Client relations

Project mgmt

Analytical ability

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting

Master’s preferred

Job description

Public Tax Manager

Who

A CPA-certified tax professional with at least five years of public accounting experience and a minimum of two years in a managerial role.

What

Manages complex tax compliance for partnerships and other pass-through entities, identifies tax planning opportunities, oversees workflows and deliverables, leads staff development, and serves as the primary client contact.

When

Full-time hybrid role available immediately.

Where

Charlotte, NC

Why

To support a growing tax practice by providing technical leadership, exceptional client service, and strategic oversight across diverse client industries.

Office Environment

A collaborative, inclusive, high-integrity culture focused on professional growth, innovation, and work-life balance.

Salary

Competitive compensation supported by a comprehensive total rewards and benefits package.

Position Overview

The Tax Manager will support the South Florida market by managing tax compliance and planning across industries such as manufacturing, real estate, professional services, and high-net-worth individuals. This role includes reviewing complex partnership returns, identifying tax issues and planning opportunities, leading tax staff and seniors, and building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates thrive in a dynamic environment and deliver exceptional client service while overseeing all aspects of engagement execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex partnership tax engagements.
• Address tax compliance and planning needs for clients across multiple industries, including high-net-worth individuals.
• Serve as the main client point of contact, ensuring timely delivery of work and strong communication.
• Identify tax and business issues and recommend strategic planning opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (Master’s preferred).
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 5 years of public accounting experience with at least 2 years in management.
• Strong knowledge of pass-through entity structures and general corporate taxation.
• Understanding of partnership taxation, partnership equity investments, S-Corporation tax returns, and individual taxation.
• Strong understanding of client businesses and industries.