Tax Manager

Jobot; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Tax Manager in Burlington, VT. This on-site role requires an active CPA license and at least 6 years in public accounting tax compliance and planning. You will manage diverse tax engagements, provide planning and advisory services, and lead a team of tax professionals.

The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with a focus on work-life balance and potential leadership opportunities within the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and active CPA license required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in public accounting tax compliance and planning.
• Experience managing multiple tax engagements across individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, S corps, and C corps.
• Strong background in federal and state tax research, review, and compliance.
• Proven experience supervising and developing tax staff and supporting business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of tax engagements for individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations.
• Provide proactive tax planning, consulting, and advisory services aligned with client objectives.
• Review and oversee the preparation of federal and state tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax associates and senior associates.
• Participate in business development, client relationships, and practice growth.

Skills

Tax planning

Leadership

Mentoring

Budget management

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license

Job description

Tax Manager

$110000 - $140000 per year | Burlington, VT | On-site | Permanent

Wanted: Experience Tax Manager! Active CPA license required

A bit about us:

In Office Monday through Friday

Headquartered in Chittenden County, VT, with multiple offices throughout Upper New England, and founded more than a century ago, we are one of the most respected regional public accounting and advisory firms in the region. We serve privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and high-net-worth individuals with trusted advice and innovative solutions, and we are proud of our family-first culture that supports professionals in building meaningful careers while maintaining balance outside of work.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary Up to $140,000 (DOE) + Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability Insurance, 401(k) with Employer Contribution, PTO
• Work-Life Balance: Four-day work week from Memorial Day through Labor Day, plus three weeks of PTO annually
• Paid Professional Development: CPE, industry conferences, and training programs through a national accounting association affiliation
• Career Path: Potential future leadership opportunities, including partnership
• In-Office

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage a diverse portfolio of tax engagements for individuals, trusts, estates, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations
• Provide proactive tax planning, consulting, and advisory services aligned with client financial and business objectives
• Review and oversee the preparation of federal and state tax returns for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Provide strategic tax guidance based on client business objectives
• Research complex tax issues and present planning opportunities, risks, and solutions to clients
• Manage engagement planning, budgets, workflow, staffing, deadlines, and profitability
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients
• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax associates and senior associates
• Collaborate with partners on client service initiatives, practice development, and strategic planning
• Participate in business development, including networking, proposal development, referral relationship management, and expanding client services
• Drive growth of the tax practice through operational improvements and new service initiatives

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and an active CPA license are the minimum requirements.
• Minimum 6 years of experience, with a focus on public accounting tax compliance and planning
• Experience managing multiple tax engagements across individual, trust, estate, partnership, S corporation, and C corporation returns
• Strong background in federal and state tax research, review, and compliance
• Proven experience supervising and developing tax associates and senior associates, managing engagement budgets and profitability, and supporting business development and proposal efforts

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