Tax Manager

Moore Colson; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks vacation

Remote days up to 2 per week

Salary + bonus program

401(k) with match

Health coverage

CPA Certification Support & Incentive

Professional development

Volunteer days

Job summary

Moore Colson, a leading Atlanta CPA firm, seeks a Tax Manager to lead complex federal, state, and local tax engagements for businesses and individuals. You will manage client relationships, provide strategic tax guidance, and review intricate returns in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

The role offers leadership development, mentorship, and opportunities to expand advisory services while maintaining a strong client-service mindset.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; Master's preferred.
• 4–7 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting.
• Experience reviewing complex business and individual income tax returns.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.
• Exceptional Excel skills.
• Proficiency with tax automation/workflow software a plus.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and ambitious.

Responsibilities

• Review complex federal, state, and local income tax returns for businesses and individuals.
• Prepare complex business income tax returns as needed.
• Provide proactive tax planning, consulting, and projection services.
• Research complex tax matters and provide actionable recommendations.
• Delegate tasks while monitoring quality and deadlines.
• Manage client relationships and act as trusted tax advisor.
• Communicate tax strategies and engagement updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and develop team members; provide feedback.
• Collaborate with partners to identify additional value for clients.
• Contribute to growth of the Tax practice.

Skills

CPA license

Excel skills

Communication skills

Client service mindset

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Master's in Taxation or Accounting preferred

Tools

Tax automation software

Job description

Moore Colson is seeking a Tax Manager to join our growing Tax practice in Atlanta. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced public accounting professional to continue working on complex, meaningful tax engagements while building a long-term career within an independent firm.

As a leader within our Tax team, you will manage client relationships, review complex tax returns, provide strategic tax guidance, and develop the next generation of professionals. You will have direct access to clients and firm leadership while working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that values initiative, professional growth, and exceptional client service.

At Moore Colson, you will join one of Atlanta's most respected CPA firms, recognized locally and nationally for its independence, workplace culture, and commitment to developing its people.

What You'll Do:

• Review complex federal, state, and local income tax returns for businesses and individuals
• Prepare complex business income tax returns as needed
• Provide clients with proactive tax consulting, planning, and projection services
• Research complex tax matters and provide clear, practical recommendations
• Delegate tax preparation and research assignments while monitoring quality, deadlines, and engagement progress
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on tax-related matters
• Communicate tax strategies, technical conclusions, and engagement updates to clients and internal stakeholders
• Mentor, coach, and develop team members while providing timely and constructive feedback
• Collaborate with partners and other practice areas to identify opportunities to provide additional value to clients
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Tax practice

Requirements

• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
• Master's degree in Taxation or Accounting preferred
• 4-7 years of progressive tax experience in public accounting
• Experience reviewing complex business and individual income tax returns
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations
• Exceptional Excel skills
• Proficiency with tax automation/workflow software is a plus
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong client service mindset and consultative approach
• Self-directed and ambitious

Why Moore Colson?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That is why we offer a culture that encourages professional growth, leadership opportunities, and meaningful client impact.

• Generous time off including 5 weeks' vacation, wellness days, floating holidays, and paid holidays
• Flexible work environment with up to 2 remote days per week and "Dress for Your Day" attire
• Competitive compensation with salary, bonus program, 401(k) with match, and various reimbursements (cell phone, fitness, home office, tuition/certifications)
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• CPA Certification Support & Incentive Program
• Professional development through continuing education, coaching, and mentoring programs
• Community & culture perks such as volunteer days and family/team social events

Moore Colson is consistently recognized as one of Atlanta's top accounting firms and a leading workplace locally and nationally. We are regularly ranked by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and Inside Public Accounting for our size, growth, and overall excellence, and we are proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace at both the regional and national level. Most importantly, our clients trust us and enjoy doing business with us. We're looking for people who share the enthusiasm, passion, and respect for hard work that continues to drive our success.

At Moore Colson, we are a business based on ethics and integrity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Moore Colson does not sponsor employment visas, including H-1B or other work authorization.

Moore Colson does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from Moore Colson's Talent team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. Moore Colson will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.