Tax Manager

Job Juncture; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Potential large bonuses

5% employer contribution to 401K

Job summary

A regional CPA firm is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their team in Bremerton, Washington. This role demands 5-7 years in public accounting with a focus on tax, and requires supervision of tax preparers. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's in accounting, have a CPA license, and demonstrate exceptional client service skills. The position offers excellent benefits, including a potential bonus and a strong 401K contribution, along with growth opportunities leading to partnership.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience in public accounting with tax complexity.
• 1 year supervising tax preparers required.
• CPA license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review all clients’ tax returns accurately.
• Manage larger tax returns and delegate tasks to preparers.
• Advise clients using advanced technical skills.
• Participate in client meetings and tax planning.
• Oversee governmental tax examinations.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Tax research proficiency

Client service skills

Supervision and leadership

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in taxation

Certified Public Accountant license

Job description

Well established, highly profitable regional CPA firm seeks a Tax Manager to add to their growing staff. We offer a very reasonable work life balance, excellent benefits including large potential bonuses and a 5% employer contribution to your 401K program, and a fast track to Partnership!

The Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all clients’ tax returns. The Manager makes decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
• Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and proficiency in advanced technical skills necessary for advising clients.
• Performs all task related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
• Participates actively in client meetings and tax planning efforts to assist the Auditing and Accounting Department with larger clients.
• Acts as a resource for tax preparers/specialists and A&A staff on specific tax issues and/or questions.
• Assumes tax preparation responsibility for the more complex business returns.
• Assumes client service responsibility for clients the Tax Manager works directly with or clients where the responsibility is delegated from the Partner.
• Communicates to the appropriate firm personnel important tax and tax developments affecting the firms’ clients.
• Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
• Assumes responsibility for smooth flow of tax returns through the tax preparation system to assure accurate, complete and timely preparation and delivery of all clients’ tax returns.
• Adheres to accurate and timely billing and collection processes.
• Participates in firm practice development efforts through involvement with referral sources, community and industry activities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development, coaching and training of Supervising Seniors, Seniors, Semi-seniors and Staff accountants.
• Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
• Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.

Qualifications

• At least five to seven years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research.
• Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, master’s degree in taxation preferred.
• A current and valid certified public accountant’s license is required.