Tax Manager

Australia-Employment; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear growth path toward Partnership

Sign-on bonus available

Comprehensive benefits package

High visibility with firm leadership

Opportunity to mentor and develop tax

Job summary

Jobot in Paramus, NJ is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead our tax practice, overseeing compliance and planning engagements, managing client relationships, developing staff, and contributing to firm growth. The role offers a clear path toward partnership, competitive compensation, a sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and high-visibility with firm leadership in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have CPA, a Bachelor's in Accounting, 5+ years in public accounting, and

Qualifications

• CPA license required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Five or more years of public accounting experience
• Strong client-facing and relationship management skills
• Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting or MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare complex tax returns
• Manage quarterly and annual tax projections
• Oversee tax compliance and planning engagements
• Maintain quality control throughout the tax process
• Coordinate staffing and workflow across tax engagements
• Mentor, train, and develop tax professionals
• Create and present internal CPE programs
• Build strong, long-term client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding each client’s business
• Support proposals and new business opportunities
• Improve tax department processes and operating efficiencies
• Contribute to strategic planning and firm growth initiatives

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Tax compliance & planning

Review complex tax returns

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Active CPA license

Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting or MBA

5+ years public accounting experience

Tools

ProSystem fx Tax

QuickBooks

Sage

Excel

CCH Engagement

Job description

Tax Manager

$85000 - $130000 per year | Paramus, NJ | On-site | Permanent

Tax Manager | Growth progression to partner!

A bit about us:

We are a growing public accounting firm based in Paramus, New Jersey, providing tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting services to closely held businesses, individuals, and organizations. Our team is known for being responsive, following through, and making it easier for clients to get the guidance they need to successfully run their businesses.

Our professionals work with clients across manufacturing, real estate, distribution, staffing, startups, international business, e-commerce, professional services, and high-net-worth tax matters

Why join us?

• Clear growth path toward Partnership
• Competitive compensation
• Sign-on bonus available
• Comprehensive benefits package
• High visibility with firm leadership
• Opportunity to mentor and develop tax professionals
• Exposure to complex tax planning and consulting engagements
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Strong focus on professional development and career advancement

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to help lead and grow our tax practice in Paramus, New Jersey. This individual will oversee tax compliance and planning engagements, manage client relationships, develop staff, and contribute to the continued growth and improvement of the tax department.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare complex tax returns
• Manage quarterly and annual tax projections
• Oversee tax compliance and planning engagements
• Maintain quality control throughout the tax process
• Coordinate staffing and workflow across tax engagements
• Mentor, train, and develop tax professionals
• Create and present internal CPE programs
• Build strong, long-term client relationships
• Serve as a trusted advisor by understanding each client’s business
• Support proposals and new business opportunities
• Improve tax department processes and operating efficiencies
• Contribute to strategic planning and firm growth initiatives

Qualifications

• Active CPA license required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Five or more years of public accounting or CPA firm experience
• Strong tax preparation and review background
• Experience managing multiple engagements at the same time
• Prior staff supervision, mentoring, or leadership experience
• Strong client-facing and relationship management skills
• Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting, or an MBA, preferred
• Experience with ProSystem fx Tax, QuickBooks, Sage, and advanced Microsoft Excel
• CCH Engagement experience preferred

What Will Make Someone Successful

The strongest candidate will combine hands-on tax expertise with confident leadership, excellent client service, and an interest in helping grow the practice. This person should be comfortable reviewing complex work, developing staff, managing competing deadlines, and identifying ways to improve the tax function

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