Tax Manager

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC (DOZ) is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with clients, manage tax engagements, and help develop tax professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate combines strong tax expertise with leadership, communication, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Expect 60-70 hour weeks during peak tax season, with support from a collegial team and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Active CPA license with strong federal/state tax knowledge and research skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• Minimum five years public accounting experience.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple engagements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with tax software; experience with CCH ProSystem fx or CCH Axcess preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tax compliance services for partnerships and not-for-profit organizations within the affordable housing and community development industry.
• Provide tax compliance services for corporations and individuals within the real estate industry.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering timely, responsive, and exceptional service that exceeds client expectations.
• Assist with managing, developing, and mentoring professional tax staff.
• Review federal and state tax returns prepared by tax staff.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively and monitor the progress and quality of tax engagements, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Tax Seniors, Tax Managers, and firm leadership to manage workflow and support the development of tax personnel.
• Research complex federal and state tax matters, apply findings to client engagements, and communicate conclusions clearly to clients and internal team members.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Client service

Tax supervision

Tax research

Communication

Team-building

Ownership

Stress management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA license

Tools

CCH ProSystem fx

CCH Axcess

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC (DOZ) is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with clients, manage tax engagements, and help develop tax professionals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate combines strong technical tax expertise with effective leadership, communication, and client-service skills.

• Provide tax compliance services for partnerships and not-for-profit organizations within the affordable housing and community development industry.
• Provide tax compliance services for corporations and individuals within the real estate industry.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering timely, responsive, and exceptional service that exceeds client expectations.
• Assist with managing, developing, and mentoring professional tax staff.
• Review federal and state tax returns prepared by tax staff.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively and monitor the progress and quality of tax engagements, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Tax Seniors, Tax Managers, and firm leadership to manage workflow and support the development of tax personnel.
• Research complex federal and state tax matters, apply findings to client engagements, and communicate conclusions clearly to clients and internal team members.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Active CPA license.
• At least five years of relevant public accounting experience.
• Advanced technical knowledge of federal and state taxation, including strong tax research skills.
• Strong team-building, delegation, and workflow-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and commitment to providing high-quality client service.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and solutions-focused in demanding situations.
• Flexibility and comfort working in a team-oriented, collaborative management environment.
• Proficiency with professional tax preparation software; experience with CCH ProSystem fx or CCH Axcess is preferred.
• Availability to work approximately 60-70 hours per week during peak tax season (January - April).