Tax Accountant/Manager

Mogg & Associates, LLC; Littleton (CO); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

CPE reimbursement

CPA/EA membership dues reimbursement (

Colorado Society of CPAs membership

Job summary

Mogg & Associates, LLC is a growing public accounting firm seeking an experienced Tax Manager (CPA or EA) to lead the Tax Department and join the firm's leadership team. This high-impact role focuses on department performance, staff development, workflow management, quality control, and strategic client advisory services.

The position offers potential for future LLC Member consideration. The Tax Manager will oversee complex engagements, establish firm tax policies, and ensure deadlines and

Qualifications

• CPA or EA designation required and in good standing.
• Significant experience supervising tax professionals.
• Strong research, communication, and client-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the tax department, manage workflow, staffing allocations, and deadlines.
• Provide oversight on complex tax engagements and tax positions.
• Mentor staff and support professional development and performance reviews.
• Drive client advisory services and strategic tax planning.
• Contribute to firm leadership and growth initiatives.

Skills

Tax research

Client service

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Education

CPA or EA designation

Job description

Compensation

$115,000–$145,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and leadership experience. Bonus opportunity available based on individual and firm performance.

About Mogg & Associates

Mogg & Associates, LLC is a growing public accounting firm dedicated to exceptional client service, technical excellence, and the development of future leaders. We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager (CPA or EA) to lead our Tax Department and serve as a member of the firm's leadership team. This is a high-impact role responsible for department performance, staff development, workflow management, quality control, client advisory services, and complex tax engagements. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future of the firm by developing team members, strengthening client relationships, improving operational effectiveness, and contributing to long-term strategic growth. For the right individual, this position offers a potential pathway toward future LLC Member consideration.

Position Summary

The Tax Manager is responsible for leading the firm's tax department while maintaining direct involvement in complex tax engagements. This individual will oversee workflow, staffing, quality control, deadlines, training, technical research, client relationships, and department profitability. Success in this role requires a combination of strong technical tax expertise, leadership ability, business judgment, and commitment to developing others.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage department workflow, staffing allocations, and internal deadlines.
• Monitor department performance, realization, utilization, and quality metrics.
• Lead staff development, mentoring, and performance review processes.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding team members.
• Coordinate department training and continuing education requirements.

Technical Tax Leadership

• Prepare and review complex Forms 1040, 1065, 1120S, 1120, 1041, 709, and 990 engagements.
• Research complex tax issues and develop defensible tax positions.
• Establish and communicate firm tax policies and technical guidance.
• Oversee extension management, e-file administration, and notice resolution.
• Maintain high standards of quality control across all engagements.

Client Advisory & Practice Growth

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business and individual clients.
• Provide proactive tax planning and consulting services.
• Manage key client relationships and meetings.
• Support firm growth through business development and client retention efforts.

Qualifications

Required

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation.
• Credential maintained in good standing.
• Significant experience preparing and reviewing complex tax returns.
• Experience supervising and developing tax professionals.
• Strong tax research, communication, and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines.

Preferred

• Public accounting management experience.
• Experience leading a tax department or service line.
• Strong business development and relationship management skills.
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Firm-provided continuing professional education (CPE)
• Reimbursement of AICPA membership dues
• Reimbursement of Colorado Society of CPAs membership dues
• Professional development and leadership opportunities
• Pathway for advancement into firm leadership

This position begins as an in-office role to support training, onboarding, team integration, and client service excellence. After successful acclimation and demonstrated performance, a hybrid work arrangement may be available. Continued hybrid eligibility is contingent upon maintaining productivity, responsiveness, quality standards, and overall performance.

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently lead the department to meet internal deadlines and performance goals.
• Maintain strong realization and profitability metrics.
• Deliver high-quality technical work with minimal rework.
• Develop and mentor future leaders within the firm.
• Build lasting client relationships and provide exceptional advisory services.