Senior Tax Manager

Insite Group; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual performance bonuses

Supportive work environment

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A well-established boutique CPA firm is seeking a Senior Tax Manager (CPA) in Clifton, NJ. This role requires 7+ years of public accounting experience and offers leadership opportunities in a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include managing tax compliance and consulting engagements, mentoring junior staff, and providing strategic tax planning guidance. The ideal candidate will excel in client management and has a strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are included.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license preferred, not required.
• 7+ years of experience in public accounting, including 3 years in a management role.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax law.

Responsibilities

• Manage all tax compliance, planning, and consulting engagements.
• Review and sign off on complex tax returns.
• Provide strategic tax planning advice to clients.
• Provide strategic tax planning advice to optimise liabilities and outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior staff while fostering collaboration.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with timely communication.
• Partner with firm leadership to improve processes and support business development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Client management

Leadership

Tax research

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Master’s in Taxation (MST)

Tools

UltraTax

CCH

ProSeries

Job description

I’m currently partnering with a well-established boutique CPA firm based in Clifton, NJ, that provides high-quality tax, accounting, and advisory services to individuals and small-to-medium-sized businesses.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Tax Manager (CPA) who’s looking to step into a leadership role within a close-knit, supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of public accounting experience, a deep understanding of federal and state tax laws, and strong leadership skills to help guide both clients and junior staff.

If you’re a driven professional seeking a long-term position with growth potential, client-facing impact, and work-life balance, this could be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all tax compliance, planning, and consulting engagements for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts.
• Review and sign off on complex federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Conduct tax research and stay up to date on ever-changing tax regulations.
• Provide strategic tax planning advice to clients to help minimise liabilities and optimise financial outcomes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior team members while promoting a collaborative work culture.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and timely communication.
• Partner with firm leadership to enhance processes, improve efficiency, and support business development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license (not required).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; Master’s in Taxation (MST) preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in public accounting, with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in tax preparation and research software (UltraTax, CCH, ProSeries, or similar).
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and client management skills.
• Must be based in or near Clifton, NJ and available to work on-site.

Why This Firm?

• Competitive base salary + annual performance bonuses.
• Supportive, family-oriented work environment with true work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the firm.
• Exposure to a diverse client base and hands-on involvement in all aspects of tax management.

If you’re a CPA Senior Tax Manager looking for your next long-term opportunity in the Clifton, NJ area, I’d love to connect and share more details about this role.