Tax Manager

5 Star Recruitment; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional tax and bookkeeping services firm is seeking a Tax Manager to lead complex tax engagements for individuals and businesses in Acton, MA. The successful candidate will manage tax planning strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations and mentoring junior staff. Required qualifications include an active CPA or EA designation and experience in a public accounting firm. This is an exciting opportunity to foster client relationships and advance within a growing firm.

Qualifications

• Active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) designation required.
• Experience in public accounting and preparing tax returns is essential.
• Must have represented clients in IRS matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and advise on complex tax matters.
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for various entities.
• Deliver tax planning strategies while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Complex tax matters advising

Client relationship management

Tax compliance

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Active CPA or EA designation

Job description

We are seeking a Tax Manager for a professional tax and bookkeeping services firm in Boxborough, MA. This role will lead and manage complex tax engagements for individuals, businesses, and trusts, providing strategic tax planning, ensuring compliance, supervising staff, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead client engagements and build trusted relationships by advising on complex tax matters, risk mitigation, and savings opportunities
• Prepare and review complex tax returns for individuals, businesses, and trusts
• Deliver tax planning strategies and ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations
• Manage full accounting and tax cycles for high-net-worth clients across multiple industries
• Represent clients in IRS and state audits, providing expert support and resolution strategies
• Mentor and oversee junior tax staff and contribute to their professional growth
• Implement and maintain tax policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Stay up to date with tax laws and industry developments

MUST HAVE:

• Must hold an active CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or EA (Enrolled Agent) designation.
• Previous experience preparing and reviewing tax returns, filing extensions and representing clients to the IRS
• Previous experience in a public accounting firm