Tax Manager

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

5% 401K employer contribution

Hybrid work option

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Honolulu seeks a Tax Manager to lead the tax function for SEC and closely held clients across diverse industries. The role ensures accurate, timely preparation of tax returns and strategic guidance on complex matters.

The manager will supervise staff, oversee tax research, and coordinate government examinations when needed. A CPA license and 5–7 years in public accounting are required; a Master’s in taxation is preferred. Hybrid work is possible from Hawaii.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, Master’s degree in taxation preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• Minimum 5–7 years in public accounting with tax focus and progression.

Responsibilities

• Performs tax reviews and approves complex returns and examinations.
• Manages larger tax returns and delegates to staff as needed.
• Advises clients with advanced technical tax skills and ensures timely delivery.
• Oversees tax research projects and government examinations where applicable.
• Supervises staff and provides training; participates in reviews of the Tax Department.

Skills

Tax expertise

Staff supervision

Client service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Master’s degree in taxation

Job description

Well established, highly profitable regional CPA firm seeks a Tax Manager to add to their growing staff. We offer a very reasonable work life balance, excellent benefits including large potential bonuses and a 5% employer contribution to your 401K program, a choice of both SEC and closely held clients to work on across diverse industry groups, and fast track career progression. The Manager is responsible for the efficient, accurate, complete, and timely preparation of all clients’ tax returns. The Manager makes decisions on all but the most unusual tax situations. May work hybrid including a few days weekly from a home based in Hawaii.

Responsibilities:

• Performs technical tax review and approval of all tax returns and governmental tax examinations of any complexity.
• Assumes full responsibility for larger tax returns and delegates to the various tax preparers as deemed necessary.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and proficiency in advanced technical skills necessary for advising clients.
• Performs all task related to client service and sees that assignments are accomplished within budgeted time.
• Delegates and manages tax research projects to achieve an accurate and efficient product.
• Delegates and manages governmental tax examinations; may represent the client before the appropriate taxing authorities.
• Maintains familiarity with qualifications of all tax staff members and reviews staff assignments for appropriateness.
• Supervises tax staff and provides on-the-job training.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development, coaching and training of Supervising Seniors, Seniors, Semi-seniors and Staff accountants.
• Must be familiar with the qualifications of all Tax staff members for the development and instruction of their training needs.
• Participates in reviews and evaluations of the Tax Department.

Qualifications:

• At least five to seven years' experience in public accounting, demonstrating a proven progression in tax complexity, scope, and research. Prefer experience with C + S corps, partnerships, and high net worth individual tax.
• Minimum one (1) year experience supervising and directing work of tax preparers.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, Master’s degree in taxation preferred.
• A current and valid certified public accountant’s license is required.