Senior Tax Manager

Prosperity Partners; Iselin (PA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Prosperity Partners is a Chicago-headquartered public accounting firm seeking a Senior Tax Manager to support its growing tax practice in Iselin. The role emphasizes leading engagements from start to finish, managing complex returns for business, individuals and trusts, and providing strategic tax planning.

The ideal candidate has at least ten years of public accounting experience, CPA certification, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ten years of public accounting experience.
• CPA certification required.
• MST is a plus.
• Accounting degree from a four-year university.
• Strong ability to manage client expectations, grow client relationships and lead staff.
• Real estate experience is a plus.
• Experience with billing, budgeting and firm operations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Run engagements from start to finish and manage tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust returns.
• Research and analyze multifaceted tax issues and identify tax planning opportunities.
• Draft client memos and correspond with clients and taxing authorities.
• Collaborate with lead tax partner on M&A transactions and tax consulting opportunities.
• Lead staff and develop relationships while maintaining excellent communication with clients.
• Commitment to in-office presence at least three days per week.

Education

Accounting degree from a four-year university

Job description

Senior Tax Manager

Prosperity Partners (“Prosperity”) is a Chicago-headquartered public accounting firm offering best-in-class tax, accounting, and personal finance services to dynamic businesses, high net-worth individuals, and family offices. With offices throughout the United States, we are seeking an energetic, experienced Senior Tax Manager to support our growing tax practice in Iselin. The candidate must have a strong work ethic, exceptional leadership qualities and at least ten years’ public accounting experience.

The candidate will be a tax generalist that runs engagements from start to finish. They should be able to manage tax preparation for complex business, individual and trust federal and state income tax returns, research and analyze multifaceted tax issues, identify and implement tax planning and consulting opportunities, and work closely with the lead tax partner on sophisticated M&A transactions. Excellent communication skills are valued as candidates will frequently draft memos and correspond with clients and taxing authorities. Candidates will be strong company advocates and role models who embrace a leadership role. Due to the collaborative nature of our work, employees are expected to be in office three days per week.

We accept resumes consistent with the following background and ability:

• Minimum of ten years’ experience at a regional, national or multi-national accounting firm;
• An accounting degree from an accredited four-year university;
• CPA certification required;
• MST is a plus;
• A strong ability to manage client and internal expectations, grow client relationships and lead staff;
• Proficiency in the selling process, including meeting and corresponding with prospective new clients, preparing job budgets and drafting engagement letters;
• Real estate experience is a plus;
• An understanding of the internal operations of a firm including billing, budgeting, and long term goals;
• Excellent analytical and technical skills, including exposure to family office, multi-state, and flow-through taxation.
• Capable of expanding their portfolio of clients as well as the firm’s service offerings;
• Success in networking with regular contributions to the industry at large;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Comfortable speaking or presenting in front of clients and peers;
• Availability to work in the office at least 3 days per week.

Prosperity Partners is a people-focused public accounting firm with a strong culture, talented professionals, and great clients. We offer competitive salaries, equity compensation and excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k with company contribution, education and more).

Prosperity Partners is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of consideration for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We enthusiastically encourage applications from a wide range of candidates. #LI-Hybrid

Annual Salary Range

$150,000-$190,000 USD