Senior Tax Manager: Lead Compliance & Client Growth

Ledgent; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent in Fairfax, VA is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to manage and review complex tax engagements across individuals, corporations, estates, trusts, and multi-state returns. You will serve as the primary advisor on tax compliance, planning, and research, guiding clients through federal and state issues.

You will independently manage a client portfolio, build strong client relationships, and mentor tax staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field; Master's in Taxation preferred.
• CPA preferred; Enrolled Agent (EA) or candidates actively pursuing CPA certification will also be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive tax experience in a public accounting environment.
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing complex individual, corporate, partnership, estate, trust, and multi-state tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review complex tax engagements, including individual (1040), corporate, partnership, estate, trust, and multi-state tax returns.
• Serve as the primary advisor on tax compliance, planning, and research, providing guidance on complex federal and state tax issues.
• Independently manage a client portfolio/book of business while building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff, including seniors, supervisors, associates, and interns.
• Review tax workpapers and returns for accuracy, technical compliance, and quality before issuance to clients.
• Support practice growth and leadership initiatives, contributing to a potential partner-track career path within the firm.

Skills

Tax planning

Tax research

Client management

Staff supervision

Review tax returns

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Taxation

Master's in Taxation preferred

CPA preferred; EA considerations

Job description

Ledgent in Fairfax, VA is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to manage and review complex tax engagements across individuals, corporations, estates, trusts, and multi-state returns. You will serve as the primary advisor on tax compliance, planning, and research, guiding clients through federal and state issues.

You will independently manage a client portfolio, build strong client relationships, and mentor tax staff.