Tax Manager

stafffinancialgroup; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Financial Group in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Tax Manager - S-Corporation Specialist to lead complex engagements, ensure accurate tax filings, and mentor staff. You will manage workflow, stay current on tax law changes, and build strong client relationships while overseeing billing and deadlines.

The role requires at least five years in public accounting, strong leadership, and a CPA certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Five years of public accounting experience.
• Strong leadership and team guidance capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize heavy workload.
• Decision-making abilities and initiative under pressure.
• Ability to stay calm and productive under pressure.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and sign off on complex S-corporation federal and state tax returns.
• Provide final technical review on tax returns and related documents.
• Research tax issues and recommend resolutions.
• Stay current on tax law changes and accounting procedure updates.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and manage client engagements to meet deadlines.
• Communicate with clients to support best interests and high-quality service.
• Direct and support staff by setting expectations and providing resources.
• Monitor quality of completed work and staff performance.
• Assign and track tasks for staff and supervisors.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Build internal and external networks to identify new business opportunities.
• Manage billing, collections, WIP, aging, and write-downs.
• Participate in internal CPE and training sessions.

Skills

Leadership

Public accounting

Client service

Decision making

Organizational skills

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Tax Manager - Atlanta, GA

Who:

An experienced tax professional with at least five years of public accounting experience and strong leadership and technical review capabilities.

What:

Leads complex S-corporation tax engagements, performs final technical reviews, manages workflow, and supports staff development while ensuring full compliance with tax laws.

When:

Full-time position available immediately.

Where:

Atlanta, GA

Why:

To enhance tax quality, strengthen client relationships, and support firm growth through expert technical oversight and effective team leadership.

Office Environment:

A collaborative, deadline-driven setting focused on accuracy, mentorship, and professional excellence.

Salary:

Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:

The Tax Manager - S-Corporation Specialist oversees complex tax engagements, ensures accuracy in tax filings, manages staff and workflow, researches tax issues, and supports both client satisfaction and internal team development while maintaining confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and sign off on complex S-corporation federal and state tax returns to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with current tax laws.
• Provide final technical review on tax returns and related documents across the client base.
• Research tax issues and recommend resolutions.
• Stay current on tax law changes and accounting procedure updates.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and manage client engagements to meet all deadlines.
• Communicate directly with clients to support their best interests and deliver high-quality service.
• Direct and support staff and supervisors by setting expectations, providing resources, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Monitor the quality of completed work and the performance of personnel.
• Assign, track, and manage tasks and projects delegated to staff and supervisors.
• Play an active role in developing and mentoring team members.
• Build and nurture internal and external networks to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Manage billing, collections, WIP monitoring, aging, and write-downs.
• Participate in internal CPE and training sessions.

Qualifications:

• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide teams effectively.
• Strong decision-making abilities and initiative.
• Ability to remain calm and productive under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a heavy workload.