Tax Manager, CPA - Affordable Housing

BRC; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Paylocity in Greensboro, NC, is seeking a Tax Manager – Affordable Housing to lead complex tax engagements for a diverse client base, supervise staff, and maintain strong client relationships.

You will perform in-depth tax research, prepare projections, review returns, monitor hours against budgets, and communicate developments to partners and clients.

This role offers growth opportunities and exposure to affordable housing tax credits in a collaborative, results-driven firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or CPA certification.
• 1–2 years of supervisory or equivalent experience.
• Membership in AICPA and NCACPA, if applicable.
• Proficient tax and other firm-related software.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to tax expert for our team, helping with complex technical questions.
• Review and provide feedback on tax returns prepared by staff.
• Plan and manage projects to ensure smooth operations.
• Conduct in-depth tax research and come up with innovative solutions.
• Prepare tax projections and plans for complex clients, and maintain ongoing communication as their primary contact.
• Display ability to identify and properly address technical issues/areas in assigned engagements.
• Supervise and mentor staff, senior accountants and supervisors, providing constructive feedback.
• Monitor progress of work in relation to budgeted hours and completion dates.
• Prepare bills for approval by Partner in Charge.
• Keep partners informed of important developments and potential problems, and recommend solutions.
• Act as primary contact for various clients
• Spot opportunities to offer additional services to clients.
• Keep up with tax developments and help implement changes, communicate these changes to the firm.
• Participate in firm-wide projects and administrative tasks.

Skills

Tax expertise

Project management

Mentoring

Client communication

Tax research

Budget monitoring

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification

Job description

Description

Tax Manager – Affordable Housing

Grow Your Career, Make an Impact

As a Tax Manager, you'll be a key player on our team, using your tax expertise to help a diverse range of clients. You'll stay on top of the latest tax regulations and economic trends, making smart decisions that impact our clients' businesses. Your role will mix technical tax tasks, team supervision, and client interaction.

What You'll Do

• Be the go-to tax expert for our team, helping with complex technical questions.


• Review and provide feedback on tax returns prepared by staff.


• Plan and manage projects to ensure smooth operations.


• Conduct in-depth tax research and come up with innovative solutions.


• Prepare tax projections and plans for our more complex clients, and maintain ongoing communication as their primary contact.


• Display ability to identify and properly address technical issues/areas in assigned engagements.


• Supervise and mentor staff, senior accountants and supervisors, providing constructive feedback.


• Monitor progress of work in relationship to budgeted hours for assignment and scheduled dates of completion.


• Prepare bills for approval by Partner in Charge.


• Keep partners informed of important developments, major or potential problems and recommend solutions.


• Act as primary contact for various clients


• Spot opportunities to offer additional services to clients.


• Keep up with tax developments and help implement changes, communicate these changes to the firm.


• Participate in firm-wide projects and administrative tasks.

Requirements

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in accounting or CPA certification.


• At least 1-2 years of experience as a supervisor or equivalent.


• Membership in AICPA and NCACPA, if applicable.


• Proficient tax and other firm-related software.


• Strong time management and organizational skills.


• Shows initiative, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.


• Valid driver's license and good driving record.


• Willingness to travel as needed.

Physical & Practical Details

• Typing/Keying for 5-6 hours a day.


• Willing to travel as needed for team/client needs.

Step into a role where your expertise is truly valued, your impact is immediate, and your career growth is real. Join us to shape the future of accounting—while building your own!