Tax Manager

CohnReznick; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary performance bonus

Generous paid time off

Expanded parental benefits

Learning & development platforms

Job summary

CohnReznick in Minneapolis, MN seeks a Tax Manager to join its Minneapolis Tax practice. The role oversees federal and state returns, planning, and client advisory services across industries, with a focus on minimizing tax exposure while meeting deadlines.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting, CPA or EA, 5+ years' experience in public accounting, supervision of staff, and proficiency with GoSystems, BNA, CCH, and RIA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Active CPA or EA license required.
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant tax experience, preferably in a public accounting firm.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S for clients in a variety of industries.
• Experience supervising, developing, and reviewing the work of staff and senior associates.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Strong tax research and writing skills.
• Proficiency with tax compliance and research software (GoSystems, BNA portfolio and projection, CCH, RIA).

Responsibilities

• Manage and review federal and state tax returns for clients across industries.
• Oversee multiple tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and build strong relationships.
• Provide tax planning and consulting to individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
• Review tax workpapers, reconciliations, and schedules prepared by staff.
• Conduct tax research and communicate findings and recommendations to clients.
• Respond to IRS and state notices and correspondence on behalf of clients.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff and senior associates.
• Manage engagement budgets, billing, and collections.

Skills

Client service

Communication skills

Tax research

Tax writing

MS Office

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Master's in Accounting/Taxation (preferred)

CPA or EA license

Tools

GoSystems

BNA portfolio

CCH

RIA

MS Office

Job description

As CohnReznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, CohnReznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

CohnReznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through CohnReznick LLP (assurance services) and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Tax Manager to join the Tax team in our Minneapolis, Minnesota office.

CohnReznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.

YOUR TEAM.

This position will support our Minneapolis Tax practice, which delivers tax compliance, planning, and consulting services to a diverse portfolio of individuals, partnerships, and corporations across a wide variety of industries. Our team works collaboratively to help clients navigate complex federal and state tax requirements while identifying opportunities to minimize tax exposure and achieve their business and personal financial goals.

WHY COHNREZNICK?

At CohnReznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.

We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.

YOUR ROLE.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Manage and review federal and state tax returns, including Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S, for clients across a variety of industries
• Oversee multiple tax engagements from planning through completion, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery to meet department and client deadlines throughout the year
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships and identifying opportunities to provide additional value
• Provide tax planning and consulting services to individuals, partnerships, and corporations, including projections and entity structuring considerations
• Review tax workpapers, book-to-tax reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by staff and senior associates
• Conduct tax research on complex issues and clearly communicate findings and recommendations to clients and engagement teams
• Respond to IRS and state tax notices and correspondence on behalf of clients
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff and senior associates, providing timely feedback and on-the-job coaching
• Manage engagement budgets, billing, and collections
• Stay current on federal and state tax legislation and developments affecting clients

YOUR EXPERIENCE.

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field required; Master's in Accounting/Taxation preferred
• Active CPA or EA license required
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant tax experience, preferably in a public accounting firm
• Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing Forms 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120S for clients in a variety of industries
• Experience supervising, developing, and reviewing the work of staff and senior associates
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Strong tax research and writing skills
• Proven technical skills with MS Office to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Competence with tax compliance and research software to include GoSystems, BNA portfolio and projection, CCH, RIA

In Minnesota, the salary range for Tax Managers is $90,000 - $150,000. Salary determination will vary based on factors such as a candidate’s geographical location, qualifications, experience, skills, and competencies. Salary is one component of the CohnReznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus; generous paid time off; expanded and inclusive parental benefits, and access to best-in-class learning and development platforms, to name a few. To learn more about life at CohnReznick, visit Life at CohnReznick

"CohnReznick" is the brand name under which CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC and their respective subsidiaries provide professional services. CohnReznick LLP and CohnReznick Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiaries) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. CohnReznick LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. CohnReznick Advisory LLC and its subsidiaries are not licensed CPA firms.

CohnReznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members, clients, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please see Equal Employment Opportunity Posters.

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CohnReznick does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are currently engaged by CohnReznick Talent Acquisition Team by way of a written agreement to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that CohnReznick will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.