Tax Manager

Brewer Morris; Shelton (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Profit sharing

Employer-paid health insurance

Paid time off

Business casual environment

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Brewer Morris in Shelton, CT is seeking a hybrid experienced Tax Manager to lead tax engagements from start to finish and serve as a trusted advisor to clients.

Senior level candidates with 7+ years, CPA preferred, and strong technical tax knowledge will review and sign off on final work, while mentoring staff and collaborating with outside professionals.

The firm offers a collaborative culture and opportunities for long-term growth in a growing tax practice.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience.
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• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting or related field.
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• CPA preferred, but flexible for the right candidate.
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• Strong knowledge of individual and business taxation.
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• Experience reviewing returns and delivering high-quality final product.
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• UltraTax experience is a plus.
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• Proficiency with QuickBooks, MS Office, and tax software platforms.
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• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
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Responsibilities

• Manage tax engagements from start to finish.
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• Advise clients on tax and financial matters.
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• Collaborate with attorneys, financial advisors, and outside professionals.
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• Review complex returns: individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts.
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• Develop tax planning strategies for high-net-worth clients.
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• Conduct tax research and communicate findings to clients.
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• Review federal and state tax notices and respond.
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• Mentor and develop tax staff.
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• Manage multiple projects with deadlines.
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Skills

Tax expertise

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related

Master's degree in Accounting or related

CPA preferred

Tools

UltraTax

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

A well-established 22-person CPA firm in Shelton, Connecticut is seeking a hybrid experienced Tax Manager to join its growing team.

The firm is also open to considering a strong Tax Senior who is ready to take the next step and can demonstrate the technical expertise and confidence to review and sign off on final work product.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax engagements from start to finish
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on tax and financial matters
• Collaborate with attorneys, financial advisors, and other outside professionals
• Review and prepare complex individual, corporate, partnership, trust, estate, and gift tax returns
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals and business owners
• Conduct tax research and communicate findings to clients and firm leadership
• Review and respond to federal and state tax notices
• Mentor, train, and develop tax staff
• Manage multiple projects while ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met

Qualifications

• 7+ years of public accounting tax experience preferred
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or a related field
• CPA preferred, but flexibility for the right candidate
• Strong technical tax knowledge across individual and business taxation
• Experience reviewing returns and delivering a high-quality final product
• UltraTax experience is a plus
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, and tax software platforms
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Base Compensation $150,000 - $170,000
• Approximately 90% review / 10% preparation
• Dedicated portfolio of business and individual clients
• Strong preference for candidates with review experience
• Open to candidates from larger firms, including Big 4 backgrounds, who can demonstrate the ability to transition into a more hands-on, client-facing environment
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
• Employer-paid health insurance for employees
• Paid time off
• Business casual environment
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Clear opportunity for long‑term growth and advancement

If you're looking to join a respected CPA firm where you can make an immediate impact, build lasting client relationships, and play a key role in a growing tax practice, let's connect.