Tax Manager

CyberCoders; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax Season Bonuses

Generous 401(k) Match

Full Health Coverage

Perks & Allowances

Job summary

CyberCoders seeks an experienced Tax Manager to lead tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for a diverse client portfolio. You will ensure accurate tax return preparation and filing, supervise staff, identify savings opportunities, and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local taxes.

The role requires strong technical tax knowledge, leadership, and the ability to translate complex rules into practical client guidance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tax Manager or senior tax role with individual and business tax compliance and planning.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. federal/state/local tax laws for Individuals, Partnerships, S-Corps, and C-Corps.
• Experience with tax research tools and software such as Lacerte, UltraTax, or ProSystem fx.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation, review, and filing of individual and business tax returns.
• Lead tax planning engagements and advise on tax implications of transactions.
• Supervise and mentor tax staff; assign work and provide feedback.
• Conduct tax research and apply laws to client situations; document conclusions.
• Coordinate tax provision, estimates, and extensions; manage client relationships.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Leadership

Client relationship management

Tax research

Excel

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Lacerte

UltraTax

ProSystem fx

Job description

Tax Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead tax compliance, planning, and advisory services for a diverse portfolio of individual and business clients. The Tax Manager will ensure accurate, timely tax return preparation and filing, supervise and mentor staff, identify tax-saving opportunities, manage client relationships, and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations. This role requires strong technical tax knowledge, proven leadership, and the ability to translate complex tax rules into practical guidance for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee preparation, review, and timely filing of individual (Form 1040) and business tax returns (Partnerships, S-Corps, C-Corps).
• Lead tax planning engagements, develop tax-efficient strategies, and advise clients on tax implications of transactions and business decisions.
• Supervise, train, and mentor tax staff and senior associates; assign work, review deliverables, and provide performance feedback.
• Conduct complex tax research and apply federal, state, and local tax laws to client situations; document conclusions and recommendations.
• Coordinate and manage tax provision and compliance processes, including estimated tax payments and extensions.
• Serve as primary client contact for tax matters; build and maintain strong client relationships through timely communication and proactive service.
• Represent clients before tax authorities and manage audits, notices, and inquiries in coordination with legal counsel when needed.
• Implement and improve tax department processes, workflow, and quality control procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tax Manager or similar senior tax role with responsibility for individual and business tax compliance and planning.
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws for Individuals, Partnerships, S-Corps, and C-Corps.
• Strong technical skills with tax research tools, tax software (e.g., Lacerte, UltraTax, ProSystem fx) and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, delegating work, and developing staff.
• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Masters in Tax or CPA/EA credentials are highly preferred.
• Nice-to-have: active CPA license and/or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential.

Benefits

• Tax Season Bonuses: Earn monetary bonuses and extra paid days off for busy season performance.
• Generous 401(k) Match: Receive 3%-10% of your gross salary in company retirement contributions.
• Full Health Coverage: Health insurance reimbursements, plus dental, vision, and term-life options.
• Perks & Allowances: Cell phone data stipend, annual wellness reimbursement, and referral bonuses for bringing in new clients.