Tax Manager

LeoForce; Paramus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Sign-on bonus

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

LeoForce in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Tax Manager to lead federal, state, and local tax engagements, review and prepare returns, and guide tax planning initiatives. You will mentor staff, manage multiple client engagements, and ensure high-quality tax work for a growing client base.

The role offers hybrid flexibility, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development within a collaborative firm that values client relationships and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• Active CPA License required.
• 5+ years of recent public accounting / CPA firm tax experience.
• Strong background preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, and S-Corporation tax returns.
• Experience with tax planning, compliance, and projections.
• Strong background managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Experience supervising, training, and mentoring tax staff.
• ProSystem fx Tax proficiency required.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, and CCH Engagement preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax engagements by coordinating staffing, scheduling, and workflow.
• Review and prepare complex federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Review quarterly and annual tax projections.
• Lead tax compliance and tax planning initiatives.
• Monitor client budgets, realization, and production goals.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships while serving as a trusted advisor.
• Evaluate and improve tax department processes and best practices.
• Maintain quality control procedures throughout the tax process.
• Train, mentor, and develop staff accountants and senior accountants.
• Create and deliver internal tax and CPE training programs.
• Assist with business development efforts and proposals for prospective clients.
• Support special tax projects and technical research initiatives.

Skills

Client management

Tax planning

Staff mentoring

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Active CPA License

Master's Degree in Taxation or Accounting

Tools

ProSystem fx Tax

QuickBooks

Sage

CCH Engagement

Job description

Tax Manager

Paramus,NJ, US

6897820

8 days ago

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Details

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage tax engagements by coordinating staffing, scheduling, and workflow.
• Review and prepare complex federal, state, and local tax returns.
• Review quarterly and annual tax projections.
• Lead tax compliance and tax planning initiatives.
• Monitor client budgets, realization, and production goals.
• Develop and strengthen client relationships while serving as a trusted advisor.
• Evaluate and improve tax department processes and best practices.
• Maintain quality control procedures throughout the tax process.
• Train, mentor, and develop staff accountants and senior accountants.
• Create and deliver internal tax and CPE training programs.
• Assist with business development efforts and proposals for prospective clients.
• Support special tax projects and technical research initiatives.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
• Active CPA License required.
• Master's Degree in Taxation or Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of recent public accounting / CPA firm tax experience.
• Strong background preparing and reviewing individual, partnership, corporate, and S-Corporation tax returns.
• Experience with tax planning, compliance, and projections.
• Strong background managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• Experience supervising, training, and mentoring tax staff.
• Proficiency with ProSystem fx Tax required.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, and CCH Engagement preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Demonstrated success improving processes, workflows, and operational efficiencies.

A bit about us:

Founded more than 20 years ago and based in NJ, we are a growing and highly respected public accounting firm providing tax, accounting, advisory, and consulting services to privately held businesses and individuals. We pride ourselves on building long-term client relationships through proactive guidance, responsive service, and technical expertise. Our team-oriented culture promotes professional growth, collaboration, and leadership development, creating opportunities for high-performing professionals to advance into firm leadership and partnership.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive base salary + performance bonuses + Sign-On Bonus
• Partnership Track: Clear growth path to Partner
• 401(k) with Generous Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Award-Winning Culture: Join a firm recognized for its employee-focused workplace environment
• Professional Development: Ongoing CPE, training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Hybrid Flexibility Available