Tax Manager

Novogradac & Company LLP; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

401(k) with profit-sharing

Discretionary annual bonuses

Robust professional development opportunities

Job summary

Novogradac & Company LLP in Southfield, Michigan, seeks a Tax Manager to oversee tax assignments and mentor staff. This role demands excellent accounting knowledge and communication skills, managing client engagements with minimal supervision.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, a CPA license, and have 3-7+ years in public accounting. The position offers competitive salaries between $111,000 – $136,000, along with remote and hybrid opportunities, as well as a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in public accounting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with tax credits and compliance programs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements and staffing for tax assignments.
• Oversee and conduct thorough engagement reviews.
• Supervise and mentor Junior Accountants and Staff.

Skills

Expert understanding of accounting and tax rules

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational and follow-through skills

Strong computer skills (Excel)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA license

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

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.

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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or finance (advanced degree is a plus), and 3‑7+ years of experience in public accounting and/or an 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

• Competitive salaries $111,000 – $136,000 depending on experience (more possible if experience dictates).
• Flexible working hours and work arrangements.
• Remote and hybrid opportunities.
• Increased number of paid holidays per year.
• 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.
• Robust professional development opportunities.
• Resources of a national firm.
• Opportunities to engage with active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), affinity groups, and advance your career within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Novogradac & Company LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives strengthen our ability to achieve excellence.