Tax Manager

CyberCoders; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Tax Manager in Livingston, NJ to lead tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for various client types. You will supervise preparation of federal/state/local returns, mentor a team, and interact with clients on tax findings and recommendations.

The role emphasizes reviewing complex returns, staying updated on tax law changes, and helping drive process improvements with tax technology. A CPA and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required.
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax.
• Experience mentoring staff and managing a team.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax codes and filing requirements.
• Proficiency with tax software and research tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and review preparation of individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns for accuracy and compliance.
• Lead tax planning and research projects to minimize client tax liability.
• Manage a team of tax professionals; assign work, coach, and develop staff.
• Perform final reviews and quality control on tax deliverables and deadlines.
• Serve as primary client contact for tax matters and present recommendations.
• Coordinate with external advisors, auditors, and authorities to resolve positions and examinations.
• Implement process improvements and leverage tax technology to increase efficiency.
• Train staff on updates and best practices.

Skills

CPA

Tax planning

Team leadership

Federal/state/local tax

Tax research

Communication

Tax software

Education

Masters in Taxation

EA credential

Tools

MS Office

Tax software

Job description

Tax Manager

Position Overview

The Tax Manager will lead tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for individual, partnership, and corporate clients. This role oversees preparation and review of federal and state tax returns, provides technical guidance, manages client relationships, and mentors a team of tax professionals to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant tax filings while identifying opportunities for tax savings and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and review preparation of individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws.
• Lead tax planning and research projects, developing strategies to minimize client tax liability and respond to complex tax issues.
• Manage a team of tax professionals: assign work, conduct reviews, provide coaching, and support professional development.
• Perform final reviews and quality control on all tax deliverables, ensuring adherence to firm standards and deadlines.
• Serve as primary client contact for tax matters: communicate findings, present recommendations, and build long-term relationships.
• Coordinate with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities as needed to resolve tax positions and examinations.
• Implement process improvements and leverage tax technology to increase efficiency and reduce risk in tax preparation and review workflows.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax law changes and train staff on relevant updates and best practices.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation required.
• 5+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting or corporate tax, with demonstrated work on individual, partnership, and corporate returns.
• Proven experience in tax preparation (Prep) and technical review (Review) of complex returns and tax positions.
• Strong technical knowledge of federal, state, and local tax codes, regulations, and filing requirements.
• Experience managing and mentoring staff, with excellent project and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact with clients at all levels.
• Proficiency with tax software, research tools, and Microsoft Office; experience with tax automation tools a plus.
• Masters degree in Taxation or related field, or EA credential, is desirable but not required.