Tax Manager

WithumSmith+Brown PC; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits package

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown PC in Red Bank, NJ is seeking a Tax Manager to lead all aspects of tax engagements and supervise staff while building lasting client relationships. This senior role requires a CPA (or JD/MS in Taxation) and at least 5 years in a public accounting tax department.

You will mentor junior staff, oversee complex returns, and ensure timely, accurate tax planning for diverse clients. Base salary ranges and a bonus program are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA license, JD, or Master of Science in Taxation is required.
• At least 5 years of prior experience working in the tax department of a public accounting firm, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staff.
• Excellent analytical and technical tax skills.
• Exceptional client service and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, 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 management.
• Excellent organizational, project management skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Tax knowledge

Client service

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

CPA license, JD, or MS in Taxation

Job description

Job Overview

Withum’s Tax Services Group brings together a team of tax specialists working to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting, minimize tax liabilities, and develop economical tax strategies across international, U.S. federal, state, and local regulations. As a Tax Manager located in our Red Bank, NJ office, you will lead all aspects of tax engagements, supervise and mentor staff, and build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (or related field) is required
• CPA license, JD, or Master of Science in Taxation is required
• At least 5 years of prior experience working in the tax department of a public accounting firm, with experience leading multiple engagements and supervising staff
• Excellent analytical and technical tax skills
• Exceptional client service and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing projects in a rapidly growing, 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 management
• Excellent organizational, project management skills, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to travel as needed

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary ranges from $110,000 to $175,000. In addition to base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package, a bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance, and additional benefits available on our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and an accessible recruiting experience for all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, or participate in any part of 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 and our commitment to an inclusive workplace.