Senior Tax Manager

Ksm CPA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KSM, one of the top 50 independent advisory, tax, and audit firms in the U.S., seeks a Senior Tax Manager to lead complex real estate partnership engagements and mentor staff.

The role centers on partnership taxation, individual planning, consulting, and compliance, while expanding client relationships and delivering strategic tax solutions across the firm. CPA required; 8+ years in public accounting in NY preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of public accounting experience
• Experience with real estate partnerships tax
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and degree in accounting

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of complex real estate partnership tax returns
• Mentor, train, and develop Senior Associates and Associates
• Manage partnership engagements including related Form 1040 and 1041 returns
• Provide leadership and management of the office and staff

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

**Job Description:**We're KSM, one of the top 50 largest independent advisory, tax, and audit firms in the United States. But more than our size, it's our people and culture that set us apart. We believe great things happen when people are supported, challenged, and given the freedom to do their very best work. That's why we've built a workplace where your career and personal life can thrive together - where you have the flexibility to manage your time, the resources to grow, and a team that genuinely cares about your success.We've been employee-owned since 2001, giving every team member a stake in our collective success. This ownership mentality fosters a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence - where new ideas are welcomed, different perspectives are valued, and you're encouraged to explore what excites you most. Whether you're expanding your skills, tackling new challenges, or making an impact beyond the office, we provide the resources and support to help you grow in the direction that's right for you.At KSM, your contributions matter - not just to the firm, but to your colleagues, clients, and the communities we serve across the U.S. If you're looking for a place where you can do meaningful work, build lasting relationships, and grow in ways that align with what's most important to you, we'd love to meet you.**Position Summary:**The Senior Tax Manager will serve as a leader within KSM's Tax practice, managing complex client engagements while mentoring and developing staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in partnership taxation, particularly within the real estate industry, as well as individual tax planning, consulting, and compliance. This individual will lead the execution of multiple client engagements, oversee client service, and demonstrate the leadership, technical expertise, and ownership needed to support both clients and team members.**Responsibilities:*** Lead the preparation and review of complex real estate partnership tax returns while remaining actively involved in technical tax matters.* Mentor, train, and develop Senior Associates and Associates by providing hands-on coaching throughout the tax preparation and review process.* Manage partnership engagements that may include related individual (Form 1040) and trust (Form 1041) tax returns.* Provide leadership and management of the office, including administration, supervision of staff and other day-to-day responsibilities.* Articulate and position full spectrum of KSM services and solutions to potential customers and key executive decision makers.* Focus on relationship-building by establishing and maintaining appropriate professional networks.* Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic insights and solutions to meet their accounting, tax, and advisory needs.* Build and maintain long-term client relationships, developing new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.* Manage large, complex accounts and ensure exceptional client satisfaction.* Possess a complete knowledge of the Firm's philosophy on financial, tax, and consulting matters, work quality and application of professional and Firm standards.* Maintain contact with clients throughout the year; possesses a thorough knowledge of the client and all facets of client's business.* Plan, schedule, and staff engagements using firm policies and procedures.* Communicate progress of engagements, problems and resolutions to client through written and oral correspondences.* Maintain knowledge of general economic and political trends of possible tax or other legislation that could affect the business climate.**Requirements/Qualifications:*** Bachelor's Degree in accounting* Certified Public Accountant (CPA)* A minimum of 8 years of experience in public accounting* Experience providing tax services to real estate partnerships required.* Experience with individual (Form 1040) and trust (Form 1041) taxation preferred.* Demonstrated success building and managing client relationships* Demonstrated professionalism and integrity* Ability to influence and persuade to achieve desired outcomes* Indirect and direct supervisory success* Excellent interpersonal skills* Excellent oral and written communication skills*We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected category.**KSM only accepts resumes directly submitted by a candidate and referrals submitted by current KSM employees. Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles sent by staffing agencies and fee-based referral services will not be considered outside of a signed KSM vendor contract. KSM will not pay a fee to recruiters or agencies that do not have a signed KSM vendor contract.*We're KSM, one of the top 50 largest independent advisory, tax, and audit firms in the U.S. But more than our size, it's our people and culture that set us apart. We believe great things happen when people are supported, challenged, and given the freedom to do their very best work. That's why we've built a workplace where your career and personal life can thrive together - where you have the flexibility to manage your time, the resources to grow, and a team that genuinely cares about your success.We've been employee-owned since 2001, giving every team member a stake in our collective success. This ownership mentality fosters a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence - where new ideas are welcomed, different perspectives are valued, and you're encouraged to explore what excites you most. Whether you're expanding your skills, tackling new challenges, or making an impact beyond the office, we provide the resources and support to help you grow in the direction that's right for you.At KSM, your contributions matter - not just to the firm, but to your colleagues, clients, and the communities we serve across the U.S. If you're looking for a place where you can do meaningful work, build lasting relationships, and grow in ways that align with what's most important to you, we'd love to meet you.