Tax Manager

Staff Financial Group; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Las Cruces is seeking a Tax Manager to lead tax compliance and advisory services. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of public accounting experience and CPA certification preferred. Responsibilities include managing tax engagements, providing technical expertise, and supporting staff development while ensuring high standards of client service. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and an opportunity to foster growth within a collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage a heavy workload.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance work and manage staff.
• Provide final technical review of tax returns.
• Research complex tax issues and recommend solutions.
• Communicate directly with clients for best outcomes.
• Direct and support staff and supervisors by setting objectives and promoting a positive work environment.
• Oversee billing, WIP management, and review aging and write-downs.
• Mentor, develop, and support the professional growth of team members.

Skills

Leadership skills

Decision-making abilities

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Education

CPA certification preferred

Public accounting experience (5+ years)

Job description

Tax Manager - Las Cruces, NM

Who: A seasoned tax professional with at least five years of public accounting experience and strong leadership abilities.

What: Manages tax engagements, performs final technical reviews, guides staff development, oversees workflow, and supports client relationships while staying current on tax law changes.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Las Cruces, NM

Why: To ensure high-quality tax compliance and advisory services while leading teams, improving processes, and strengthening client satisfaction.

Office Environment: A collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented setting that values initiative, accuracy, and effective communication.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview

The Tax Manager leads the tax function by overseeing compliance work, managing staff, providing technical expertise, monitoring billing and workflow, and contributing to client service excellence while maintaining confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide final technical review of tax returns and related documents for the majority of the client base.
• Research complex tax issues and develop appropriate recommendations.
• Stay current with changes in tax law and accounting procedures.
• Plan, coordinate, schedule, and manage client engagements to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate directly with clients to help achieve their best outcomes.
• Direct and support staff and supervisors by setting objectives, providing resources, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Monitor product quality and personnel performance.
• Assign, track, and manage tax projects prepared by staff and supervisors.
• Mentor, develop, and support the professional growth of team members.
• Build and maintain internal and external relationships to identify new business opportunities.
• Oversee billing, collections, WIP management, and review aging and write-downs.
• Participate in internal CPE and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Strong decision-making abilities with initiative.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a heavy workload.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.