Tax Manager

NorthPoint Search Group; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthPoint Search Group in Santa Fe, NM is seeking a Tax Manager with at least five years of public accounting experience to lead the tax function and guide a team of professionals. You will oversee engagements, perform final technical reviews, manage workflows, and nurture client relationships while staying current on tax law changes.

The position emphasizes collaboration in a fast-paced growth-oriented environment that values initiative, accuracy, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to manage workload under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide final technical review of tax returns and related documents for the majority of the client base.
• Research complex tax issues and develop appropriate recommendations.
• Stay current with changes in tax law and accounting procedures.
• Plan, coordinate, schedule, and manage client engagements to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate directly with clients to help achieve their best outcomes.
• Direct and support staff and supervisors by setting objectives, providing resources, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Monitor product quality and personnel performance.
• Assign, track, and manage tax projects prepared by staff and supervisors.
• Mentor, develop, and support the professional growth of team members.
• Build and maintain internal and external relationships to identify new business opportunities.
• Oversee billing, collections, WIP management, and review aging and write-downs.
• Participate in internal CPE and training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Public accounting

Tax knowledge

Client relationships

Staff development

Education

CPA certification

Job description

Tax Manager

• Santa Fe, NM

Who: A seasoned tax professional with at least five years of public accounting experience and strong leadership abilities.

What: Manages tax engagements, performs final technical reviews, guides staff development, oversees workflow, and supports client relationships while staying current on tax law changes.

When: Full-time position available immediately.

Where: Santa Fe, NM

Why: To ensure high-quality tax compliance and advisory services while leading teams, improving processes, and strengthening client satisfaction.

Office Environment: A collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented setting that values initiative, accuracy, and effective communication.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Position Overview:

The Tax Manager leads the tax function by overseeing compliance work, managing staff, providing technical expertise, monitoring billing and workflow, and contributing to client service excellence while maintaining confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide final technical review of tax returns and related documents for the majority of the client base.
• Research complex tax issues and develop appropriate recommendations.
• Stay current with changes in tax law and accounting procedures.
• Plan, coordinate, schedule, and manage client engagements to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate directly with clients to help achieve their best outcomes.
• Direct and support staff and supervisors by setting objectives, providing resources, and promoting a positive work environment.
• Monitor product quality and personnel performance.
• Assign, track, and manage tax projects prepared by staff and supervisors.
• Mentor, develop, and support the professional growth of team members.
• Build and maintain internal and external relationships to identify new business opportunities.
• Oversee billing, collections, WIP management, and review aging and write-downs.
• Participate in internal CPE and training initiatives.

Qualifications:

• CPA certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years of public accounting experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Strong decision-making abilities with initiative.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a heavy workload.