Tax Manager

Meadows Urquhart Acree & Cook, LLP; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Bonus

Job summary

Meadows Urquhart Acree & Cook, LLP is seeking an experienced CPA leader to drive tax engagements and advisory services in a growing Richmond-area firm. The role emphasizes leadership, client relationships, and strategic growth within a collaborative culture.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of tax experience, CPA certification, and partnership experience. Industry experience in Real Estate, Construction, or Financial Services is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant tax experience.
• 2 years of reviewing tax returns.
• CPA required.
• Partnership experience preferred.
• Experience in Real Estate, Construction, Financial Services, High Net Worth Individuals, or Entrepreneurial Services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead client tax and advisory engagements.
• Act as a team leader providing oversight for project outcomes.
• Set up and engage with teams and provide hands on direction.
• Plan and execute tax and advisory engagements, including managing deadlines and budgets.
• Supervise staff while ensuring technical compliance and timely service of delivery.
• Train and coach team members; communicate feedback to senior and staff accountants.
• Manage client relationships, acting as the primary contact and advising on accounting and business issues.
• Participate in special projects as necessary.
• Support senior management in pitching for new business and expanding existing client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Professional demeanor

Team oriented

Humility

Feedback culture

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Meadows Urquhart takes pride in being a different kind of accounting firm. Our founding partners had a simple yet profound vision of a firm known for its supportive workplace culture. We knew that by creating a positive environment for our team and bringing a personal touch to client relationships, we would build genuine, long-lasting partnerships with our clients.

Founded in 2004, we are a privately held partnership named one of the fastest growing firms in 2024. Our 50 employees provide tax, assurance, and consulting services to many industries including real estate, construction, financial services, hedge funds, high net worth individuals and nonprofits. We leverage technology to service our diversified client base, providing tailored solutions in a consultative manner.

The firm is looking for an experienced, passionate, relationship driven CPA leader to assist the firm in remaining on an efficient growth trajectory. We recruit leaders who have the potential and desire to be part of the next generation of the firm's ownership.

We are dedicated to each of our team member's professional development. We provide the training, tools, and resources for each level of our firm to advance in their careers. Our comprehensive plan outlines the necessary technical and soft-skills that allow our people ownership over their career progression. View more about what it’s like to work for us here.

Giving back to the community is an essential part of our culture. Not only do we count many local nonprofits among our clients, our team members serve on many boards, engage regularly in community service and participate in annual fundraisers with numerous foundations.

Job responsibilities:

• Lead client tax and advisory engagements
• Act as a team leader providing oversight for project outcomes
• Set up and engage with teams and provide hands on direction
• Plan and execute tax and advisory engagements, including managing deadlines and budgets
• Supervise staff while ensuring technical compliance and timely service of delivery.
• Act as an influential component of the team, train and coach members, communicate feedback regularly to senior and staff accountants
• Provide clear communication in setting expectations, identifying risk and managing project budgets
• Manage client relationships, acting as the primary contact, managing expectations, and providing advice on accounting and business issues. Become client's preferred advisor contact
• Participate in special projects as necessary
• Support senior mgmt. in pitching for new business and expanding existing client relationships

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Good project management skills (ability to meet deadlines with agreed upon budget)
• Professional attitude and ability to represent the firm brand
• Must be a team player and thrive in a collaborative environment
• Ability to exercise professional humility
• Give and receive constructive feedback

Requirements:

• 5 years of relevant tax experience
• 2 years of reviewing tax returns
• CPA required
• Partnership experience preferred
• Industry experience in one of the firm's specializations a plus (Real Estate, Construction, Financial Services, High Net Worth Individuals, or Entrepreneurial Services)

Comprehensive benefits, competitive salary, bonus and growth potential.

Flexible work schedule; we are spouses, parents, friends and family members. Everyone deserves the ability to be present for life's important moments.

Our partners are dedicated to helping team members progress in their careers and are transparent about the firm's goals. When provided the right tools and support we believe every team member has the potential to be a partner.

Extensive background checks will be performed on all candidates selected for follow-up.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

Operates in a professional office environment with moderate noise levels, e.g. computers, printer, light traffic. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers). Long periods of sitting/standing at desk for computer work. Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.