Tax Manager

Everforth CyberCoders; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead tax compliance, planning, and reviews for a diverse client base. You will manage timely filings, provide strategic tax advice, and lead a team of tax professionals to deliver high-quality service.

The role requires deep knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax laws, strong leadership, and client-facing excellence. You will coordinate with advisory and accounting teams to offer integrated solutions and stay current on regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive tax experience (compliance and planning).
• CPA or Enrolled Agent designation highly preferred.
• Strong leadership and staff development skills.
• Experience preparing/reviewing 1040, 1065, 1120S returns.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation, review, and filing of federal and state returns for individuals and entities.
• Supervise and develop tax staff; assign work and ensure quality reviews.
• Lead tax planning engagements and provide proactive advice on business transactions.
• Conduct technical tax research and interpret laws to minimize client exposure.
• Coordinate audits and respond to inquiries; prepare supporting docs.
• Implement tax processes, controls, and documentation standards to reduce risk.

Skills

Leadership

Client communication

Tax expertise

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Master's in Tax/Accounting (preferred)

Job description

Tax Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead tax compliance, planning, and review for a diverse client base. The Tax Manager will ensure accurate, timely tax filings, provide strategic tax advice, oversee a team of tax professionals, and maintain high standards of technical quality and client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee preparation, review, and filing of federal and state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and corporations (including 1040, 1065, 1120S).
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of tax staff; assign work, set priorities, and perform quality reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead tax planning engagements and provide proactive tax advice to clients on business transactions, tax-efficient structuring, and tax credits/deductions.
• Conduct technical tax research and interpret federal, state, and local tax laws to ensure proper application and minimize client exposure.
• Coordinate and respond to tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities; prepare supporting documentation and represent clients as needed.
• Implement and maintain tax processes, controls, and documentation standards to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Manage client relationships, communicate tax results and recommendations clearly, and ensure excellent service delivery and timely responses to client inquiries.
• Collaborate with other service lines (e.g., advisory, accounting) to deliver integrated solutions and identify cross-selling opportunities.
• Stay current on tax legislation, regulatory changes, and industry trends and communicate impacts to staff and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Masters in Tax or Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive tax experience with demonstrated experience in tax compliance and planning; prior experience in a tax manager or senior-level role preferred.
• Deep technical knowledge of U.S. federal and state tax laws and experience preparing or reviewing 1040, 1065, and 1120S returns.
• Proven experience performing technical reviews and quality control of tax workpapers and returns.
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) designation is highly preferred (nice to have).
• Strong leadership and people-management skills with experience coaching and developing staff.
• Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly and concisely.
• Proficiency with tax software, Excel, and research tools; experience with major tax preparation platforms preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to represent clients before tax authorities and comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.