Tax Manager

gpac; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible/hybrid work options

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

CPA support and professional dev

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our growing public accounting team. This role focuses on managing client relationships, reviewing complex tax returns, mentoring staff, and delivering high-quality tax planning and compliance services across industries.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical tax knowledge, leadership experience, and a client-focused mindset. CPA is preferred or actively pursuing, with 5+ years of public accounting tax experience and experience reviewing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing.

Responsibilities

• Review complex individual, partnership, corporate, and trust tax returns.
• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines simultaneously.
• Provide tax planning and consulting services to clients.
• Research and resolve federal and state tax issues.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Some Audit experience.
• Assist with business development and practice growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with firm standards and tax regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Tax knowledge

Mentoring

Tax research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

CCH Axcess

UltraTax

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our growing public accounting team. This role is responsible for managing client relationships, reviewing complex tax returns, mentoring staff, and delivering high-quality tax planning and compliance services across a variety of industries.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical tax knowledge, leadership experience, and a client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Review complex individual, partnership, corporate, and trust tax returns

• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines simultaneously

• Provide tax planning and consulting services to clients

• Research and resolve federal and state tax issues

• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax staff and seniors

• Build and maintain strong client relationships

• Some Audit experience

• Assist with business development and practice growth initiatives

• Ensure compliance with firm standards and tax regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

• CPA license preferred or actively pursuing

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience

• Experience reviewing 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S returns

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Experience with tax software such as CCH Axcess, UltraTax, or similar

• Ability to manage multiple priorities during busy season

Preferred Industry Experience

Construction, Real Estate, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Nonprofit, or Professional Services

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities Flexible/hybrid work options Generous PTO and paid holidays Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with match CPA support and professional development opportunities