Tax Manager

Sherpa | Recruiting, Staffing & Consulting; Hickory (NC); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherpa is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our client team in a hybrid role. The candidate will lead tax for individuals, partnerships, and S corporations, while developing staff and maintaining client relationships. Strong communication and CPA are required.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years in public accounting tax, a Bachelor’s in Accounting, and prefer a Master’s in Tax. MS Office proficiency is essential for client deliverables and team management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification is required.
• Master’s in Accounting or Tax is preferred.
• 5–10 years of public accounting experience in a tax environment with varied client exposure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive tax and business advisory services for closely held businesses, specializing in Individuals, Partnerships, and S Corporations.
• Provide exceptional client service, ensuring accuracy, responsiveness, and professionalism.
• Oversee onboarding of new clients and ensure a smooth transition.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax staff to enhance technical and professional skills.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, CFOs, and Controllers.
• Review and improve tax service procedures to increase efficiency and quality.
• Manage multiple projects and engagement teams across diverse clients.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Client service

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

CPA certification

Master's in Accounting/Tax (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Tax Manager (Job ID: 34369)

Compensation: Up to $120,000.

We are seeking an experienced and client-focused Tax Manager to join our client team in a hybrid role. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in individual, partnership, and S corporation taxation, exceptional communication skills, and proven leadership in managing client relationships and developing staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive tax and business advisory services for closely held businesses, specializing in Individuals, Partnerships, and S Corporations.
• Provide exceptional client service, ensuring accuracy, responsiveness, and professionalism.
• Oversee onboarding of new clients and ensure a smooth transition.
• Lead, mentor, and develop tax staff to enhance technical and professional skills.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business owners, CFOs, and Controllers.
• Review and improve tax service procedures to increase efficiency and quality.
• Manage multiple projects and engagement teams across diverse clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required).
• CPA certification (required).
• Master’s in Accounting or Tax (preferred).
• 5–10 years of public accounting experience in a tax environment with varied client exposure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level

Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.