Tax Manager

Orion Placement; Chesapeake (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a Tax Manager in Chesapeake, VA for a public accounting firm. You will prepare and review individual, corporate, and partnership returns while managing multiple engagements in a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of tax experience, a CPA or EA credential, and a track record of client service. This role offers growth toward leadership and opportunities to work with firm leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Active CPA or EA credential required.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Excellent client communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reviewing returns and managing multiple client engagements preferred.
• Nonprofit tax experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns for a diverse client portfolio.
• Manage multiple tax engagements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
• Build strong client relationships and provide thoughtful tax guidance.
• Oversee general ledger accounting activities, reconciliations, and resolution of accounting discrepancies.
• Collaborate with partners and accounting professionals to coordinate workflow and deliver exceptional service.
• Stay current with evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Skills

Active CPA or EA credential

Tax return preparation

Client communication

Tax guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Pay: $75,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take the next step in your tax career with an established public accounting firm that values your expertise, independence, and professional growth.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility while working with a supportive, collaborative team.
• Make a real impact by managing diverse tax engagements and building meaningful relationships with business and individual clients.
• Grow into a trusted leadership role with opportunities to guide client engagements, review complex returns, and work closely with firm leadership.
• Build a rewarding long-term career with professional development, continuing education support, and advancement opportunities.

Location: Chesapeake, VA | Hybrid. Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while staying connected with our team through required weekly in-office collaboration. Candidates must be within commuting distance of Chesapeake.

Note: We're seeking candidates with an active CPA or EA credential, 5+ years of public accounting tax experience, and hands-on experience preparing individual and business tax returns. These qualifications are essential for consideration.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We're an established public accounting firm dedicated to helping businesses and individuals navigate tax, accounting, and financial challenges with confidence. Our team takes pride in delivering personalized service, building lasting client relationships, and creating a workplace where talented professionals can grow and succeed.

Job Description

• Prepare and review individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns for a diverse client portfolio.
• Manage multiple tax engagements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
• Build strong client relationships and provide thoughtful tax guidance.
• Oversee general ledger accounting activities, reconciliations, and resolution of accounting discrepancies.
• Collaborate with partners and accounting professionals to coordinate workflow and deliver exceptional service.
• Stay current with evolving tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.
• Active CPA or EA credential required.
• Experience preparing individual and business tax returns.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax regulations.
• Excellent client communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reviewing returns and managing multiple client engagements preferred.
• Nonprofit tax experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation: $75,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with company matching.
• Work-life balance: Hybrid flexibility, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and paid sick time.
• Professional growth: Continuing education support, professional development, and opportunities for advancement.
• A team that values you: Enjoy a collaborative environment where your expertise is respected and your contributions make a difference.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: CPA or EA license. 5+ yrs of public accounting tax exp. Individual and business tax returns exp. Y/N

• Required Years as Associate: 5+ years of public accounting tax experience.

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established Chesapeake public accounting firm providing tax, audit, and advisory services. Seeking a Tax Manager to handle individual/business returns, tax review, and client engagements. CPA or EA required, 5+ yrs public accounting tax exp, hybrid, $75K to $150K base.