Tax Manager

Novogradac; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Competitive benefits package

401(k) with profit-sharing

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Novogradac in Seattle is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee tax assignments, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, CPA license, and 3 to 7 years of public accounting experience. The Tax Manager will play a crucial role in supervising engagements, ensuring professionalism, and managing profitability. Benefits include competitive salaries, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join the inclusive culture at Novogradac and make an impact in the field of taxation.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in public accounting.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with tax rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client engagements and mentor staff.
• Promote client relationships and firm image.
• Manage time effectively to increase office profitability.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Job description

Position Summary

Novogradac & Company LLP is searching for a Tax Manager to join our fast-growing firm. The Tax Manager will manage tax assignments as designated by the Principal or Partner. The Manager should function with minimal supervision, and increased focus is placed on supervising and mentoring Staff and Senior Accountants, independent problem solving, strengthening and developing client relationships and increasing office profitability. Some positions at Novogradac may be open to remote or hybrid work arrangements depending on business needs. Please discuss available options with your recruiter.

Your Contributions and Responsibilities

• Assume primary responsibility for client engagements, including planning, staffing, timing, technical issues and other decisions. Oversee completion of engagements, including identifying and solving problem areas during the engagement, with minimal oversight or assistance.
• Conduct thorough engagement reviews.
• Supervise and mentor Supervisors, Senior Accountants and Staff, including guiding and educating them in technical areas, identifying professional development opportunities and maintaining a respectful team atmosphere.
• Complete annual performance evaluations for assigned staff and manage employee performance conversations.
• Assist Principals and Partners with identifying, meeting with and pursuing new clients.
• Find opportunities to turn acquired technical knowledge into high value-added opportunities for Firm clients.
• Promote the Firm’s image by participating on conference panels, contributing to Firm publications, attending recruiting events, conducting in-house and client trainings, etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the value of enhancing the Novogradac brand by fostering collegial relationships with all Partners, employees, clients and prospects of the Firm.
• Develop, strengthen and grow client relationships through professionalism, responsiveness and service-oriented approach.
• Enhance skills in the industries the Firm focuses on by seeking out and completing training courses.
• Increase office profitability by managing your time and the time of Staff and Senior Accountants efficiently, contributing ideas and adding value.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Your Background and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (advanced degree is a plus), and 3-7+ years of experience in public accounting and/or appropriate balance of education and work experience.
• CPA license required.
• Exhibit expert understanding of accounting and tax rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate a level of intellectual curiosity.
• Consistently demonstrate strong personal, technical and professional judgment.
• Perform work accurately and in a time-efficient manner with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize a fast-paced and varied workload, effectively manage a variety of concurrent and shifting priorities.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback from Partner group and make adjustments as directed.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster a productive, team-oriented environment.
• Strong computer skills, including solid skill in the Microsoft Office suite (particularly Excel) and report writing tools.
• Maintain a professional demeanor with coworkers and clients.
• Able to gain the confidence of the existing Partner group.
• Ability to meet internal Firm deadlines (time entry, billing, etc.).
• Available to work evenings and weekends based on position needs and to travel domestically if required.

Experience with any of the following is helpful but not mandatory: Affordable Housing, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), Opportunity Zones (OZ), Renewable Energy Tax Credits (RETC), Historical Tax Credits (HTC), Housing and Urban Development (HUD), New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), Real Estate, Developers, Partnerships, Housing Authority (HA), Public Housing Authority, Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI), Community Development Entity Certification Applications (CDE), Property Compliance, Nonprofit, Single Audit, Uniform Guidance, A-133, Forecasting, Cost Segregation, Year 15 Exit, Tax-exempt bond and HOME programs.

Benefits

• Increased number of paid holidays per year
• Competitive salaries with continuous review of market conditions
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements
• Remote and hybrid opportunities
• Inclusive workplace, providing strong professional growth and development opportunities
• Strong growth opportunities
• Competitive benefits package
• 401(k) package with firm profit-sharing
• Discretionary annual bonuses for eligible positions & CPA bonus plan
• Strong emphasis on quality work-life integration
• Dress for your day policy
• Resources of a national firm
• Opportunities to engage with our active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment
• Compensation: $118,000 to $145,000 depending on experience. More is possible if experience dictates.
• Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life/disability insurance, commuter flex accounts and a 401(k).

Don’t Meet Every Single Qualification? After reviewing this job posting, are you hesitating to apply because you don’t meet all the listed requirements? At Novogradac, we are dedicated to building a workplace supported by unique perspectives and experiences, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may still be the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

Novogradac is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process, making reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special needs throughout the application process. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence. Novogradac and Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Novogradac’s culture is centered on education, acceptance, innovation and opportunity. We value diversity and respect the different perspectives that each of our employees bring to Novogradac no matter their age, race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for our entire workforce.