Tax Manager

J2T Recruiting Consultants, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

J2T Recruiting Consultants, Inc. is partnering with a growing energy-focused private equity firm in Denver to hire a Tax Manager who will own and modernize the client-side tax process.

Reporting directly to the Controller, you will bridge accounting data and tax compliance, rolling forward workbooks and delivering real-time visibility across 20+ entities. If you are a motivated public accounting senior or manager looking to build an in-house tax function and shape a growing firm, this is the

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive tax or accounting experience.
• Strong partnership tax (Form 1065) background with exposure to Form 1040 schedule preparation a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills with ability to manipulate and organize multi-entity datasets.

Responsibilities

• Manage and consolidate data exported from 20+ entities into clean, uniform tax workbooks in real time with monthly close.
• Prepare key tax schedules, including depletion and depreciation calculations, tax estimates, and roll-forwards of prior-year workpapers.
• Partner with third-party CPA preparers by delivering complete client workbooks and reviewing final returns prior to filing.
• Ensure real-time tax tracking so leadership maintains clarity on the company's tax position.
• Support tax workflows for new funds as the company expands.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Tax accounting

Multi-entity data management

Self-starter

Form 1065 partnership tax

Job description

• Join an expanding private equity firm and registered investment advisor managing approximately $1B in assets.
• Work closely with the Controller with direct visibility to the C-suite in a highly collaborative office.
• As growth continues you'll have the opportunity to build a department from the ground up.

Why this job – TAX MANAGER:

Join this fast-growing energy firm as their Tax Manager to own and modernize the client-side tax preparation process. Reporting directly to the Controller, this newly created position is designed for a self-directed professional who thrives in a hands‑on, "build-it" environment rather than a rigid corporate routine. You will bridge the gap between internal accounting data and external tax compliance, rolling forward workbooks and establishing real-time tax visibility across 20+ entities.

If you are a motivated public accounting senior or manager looking to step out of traditional tax preparation software and build an in-house function, this is the perfect career move.

What You'll Actually Do:

• Manage and consolidate data exported 20+ entities into clean, uniform tax workbooks in real time alongside the monthly close.
• Prepare key tax schedules, including depletion and depreciation calculations, tax estimates, and roll‑forwards of prior‑year workpapers.
• Partner with third-party CPA preparers by delivering complete client workbooks and reviewing final returns prior to filing.
• Ensure real‑time tax tracking so leadership maintains continuous clarity on the company's tax position.
• Support tax workflows for new funds as the company continues its expansion.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Need:

• 4+ years of progressive tax or accounting experience.
• Strong partnership tax (Form 1065) background, with exposure to Form 1040 schedule preparation being a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and high comfort manipulating, cleaning, and organizing multi-entity datasets.
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently, roll up your sleeves, and manage processes.
• Oil & Gas experience is a plus but not required (depletion/depreciation templates and training are provided).

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