Tax Manager

WithumSmith+Brown PC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown PC is seeking a Tax Manager in New York, NY to oversee complex tax filings and lead multiple client engagements. The role requires a strong background in various tax areas and the ability to supervise staff while maintaining client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, a CPA/JD/MS in Taxation, and at least five years in a public accounting tax department with leadership experience. Travel as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree and credentials required as listed (Accounting degree; CPA/JD/MS in Taxation).
• Minimum 5 years in a public accounting tax department with leadership experience.
• Strong analytical and technical tax skills.

Responsibilities

• Review individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns prepared by staff and/or seniors for accuracy.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax‑planning opportunities.
• Handle and resolve tax controversies.
• Oversee comprehensive tax research projects for a variety of clients and industries.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to meet client deadlines efficiently.
• Conduct constructive discussions with team members on performance evaluations and provide counsel.
• Serve as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client service & communication

Leadership & mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA license, JD, or MS in Taxation

Job description

Tax Manager – New York, NY

Withum’s Tax Services Group is a dynamic team of tax specialists committed to ensuring accurate and timely tax reporting while minimizing or deferring tax liabilities. Leveraging our expertise in international, U.S. federal, state, and local regulations—and our affiliation with HLB International—our practitioners devise economical tax strategies across a broad spectrum of services, including Business, Individual, State & Local tax, R&D Tax Credit, and International and Private Client services.

Responsibilities

• Review individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns prepared by staff and/or seniors for accuracy.
• Research and draft memoranda on complex tax matters.
• Identify and implement tax‑planning opportunities.
• Handle and resolve tax controversies.
• Oversee comprehensive tax research projects for a variety of clients and industries.
• Manage multiple engagements concurrently with various teams to meet client deadlines efficiently.
• Conduct constructive discussions with team members on performance evaluations and provide counsel.
• Serve as an instructor or discussion leader in professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• CPA license, JD, or Master of Science in Taxation is required.
• At least 5 years of prior experience in the tax department of a public accounting firm, including leading multiple engagements and supervising staff.
• Excellent analytical and technical tax skills.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills with a proven ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Strong organizational, project‑management, and attention‑to‑detail capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a fast‑paced, results‑based team environment.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills, with excellent verbal, written, and presentation abilities to represent the firm to client leadership.
• Willingness to travel as required.

The compensation in New York City for this position ranges from $110,000–$180,000. In addition to the base salary, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and a bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts depend on the specific role, hiring location, and the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications.

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, participate in the interview process, or otherwise engage in the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us for assistance. We will work with qualified individuals to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.