Tax Manager

gpac; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is recruiting a Tax Manager for a growing CPA firm that recently completed a merger. The position emphasizes leadership and a clear path to partnership across diverse client industries.

The role requires strong tax and accounting expertise, an active CPA license, and a track record of managing teams and client relationships. Willingness to prep returns when needed is a plus in a small to mid-size firm.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of tax and accounting experience with management responsibilities.
• Active CPA license (or pursuing CPA path) and willingness to prep returns.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee tax prep/review for multiple entities (1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065, 1041).
• Supervise staff, manage client relationships, and ensure timely delivery.
• Support firm growth toward partner track and business development.

Skills

Tax expertise

People management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

CCH Excess

Engagement Manager

QuickBooks

ProSystem fx Tax

Sage

Job description

Growing CPA firm is looking for their next Tax Manager. This firm is a small to mid-size firm that just finished a merger and looking to continue to expand their firm.

Tax Manager Path To Partner

• 7+ years of experience with tax and accounting and management
• Must have at least 7 years of management experience
• Prep/Review experience
• Active CPA license (will look at EA) (possible for those on the CPA path, depending on how they are in the process)
• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• Generalist
• Experience with CCH Excess, Engagement manager, QuickBooks, Pro Systems FX tax, Sage
• Experience and willingness to prep returns (if needed) - 1040, 1120, 1120s, 1065, 1041
• Excellent communication skills, leadership skills, and relationship-building skills
• Prep/Review: Need to be able to review returns. Also need to be able to step in and prep returns when needed.
• Industries: E-Commerce, Closely Held Businesses, Home Health Care, International Business, Law Firms & Professional Services, Private Client Advisory, Real Estate, Staffing Companies, Start-Ups, High-Net-Worth individuals, Family-Owned businesses, Hedge Funds/Investment-related clients, Manufacturing, Food & beverage

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